of Mountain Home, AR
February 12, 1948 - August 27, 2024
Darlene LaNelle Gilley, a longtime resident of Mountain Home, Arkansas, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 at the age of 76. She was born on February 12th, 1948 in Houston, Texas. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, Ventura Baier and DaLancy Stolz; her husband, Charles Eugene Gilley; her brother, Theodore Ellis and three children, Dean, Robin & Tammy Gilley.
Darlene met Charles Gilley in Houston, Texas and they were married in 1967 until his death in 2004. Darlene was employed in various positions including hospital intake coordinator, business owner of Gilley's Quick Stop, homemaker and as a part-time school bus driver after retirement.
Charles and Darlene enjoyed gatherings with family and friends. Darlene also enjoyed gardening, painting, time with her church family and collecting and building miniatures.
Darlene is survived by daughters, Ventura L. Gilley Alford (husband, Keith), Christina D. Gilley; sons, Charles E. Gilley Jr, Rick Gilley (wife, Darleen), Mark Gilley (wife, Pamela); seven immediate grandchildren, Deven K. Alford, Charles ''Trey'' E. Gilley III, Charles ''Bear'' A. Wiser, Michael J. Wiser, Kayla C. Gilley, Sarah L. Wiser, Phillip S. Wiser and she also loved many other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and neighbors.
All services will be private.
Memorials in the name of Darlene L. Gilley may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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10 Condolence(s)
Charles (Bear) Wiser
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
My mema my best friend our family’s spiritual rock!!! Thank you God for her time here though I never wanted it to end or have to wait to see her again, She’s in ur presence where she most desired to be! The love I had for my mema was like a little kids that never changed in its purity or intensity! So glad u got to meet my fiancé and soon to be wife Sarah Roberts she adored u and u her! Until we meet again my amazing Mema ur memories and love will live on through us for there will never be another like you!
Phillip (bubby) Wiser
Friday, August 30, 2024
Mema, you were a beautiful person that loved God and your family so much, you're walking the streets of gold now. I'll miss your long stories about your life/God, your laugh and hugs. I loved seeing you play with family cause you made me laugh with tears of joy. I wish I had visit you more and i love you mema
Lynne Weaver
Thursday, August 29, 2024
I had the privilege of meeting Dee in 2015 when I became her Meals on Wheels driver from the senior center. She was so kind, gracious and loving. We became friends. I was so amazed by her talent with her miniatures and her kindness. We have shared laughter and tears. She was a treasure here on earth and now she is one in heaven. My deepest sympathies and prayers to all her family. She spoke of you often and was so proud of all of you. Hugs.
Jean
Thursday, August 29, 2024
It was my privilege as a caregiver to meet Darlene just a few days before her passing. She was gracious and I enjoyed our conversation. I was in awe of her artistic talent and her collection and vignettes of miniatures. She was proud ot all her family and expecially the "Christina"s". My sincere condolences to all of Darlene's family.
Kayla Gilley
Thursday, August 29, 2024
My mema,
My heart, my peace, my sanctuary. I miss you dearly. Your never ending stories, your contagious laugh, your unwavering faith in God. It makes me so happy that you are running the streets of gold with Papa, but my eyes will always be filled with tears. You never knew a stranger, and you never treated anyone as such. It was too soon for you to go, Mema. I’m so thankful for the many times my wife and I got to visit you and cherish you. I love you to the moon and back. Till we meet again
Charles (Bear) Wiser
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
My mema my best friend our family’s spiritual rock!!! Thank you God for her time here though I never wanted it to end or have to wait to see her again, She’s in ur presence where she most desired to be! The love I had for my mema was like a little kids that never changed in its purity or intensity! So glad u got to meet my fiancé and soon to be wife Sarah Roberts she adored u and u her! Until we meet again my amazing Mema ur memories and love will live on through us for there will never be another like you!
Katie Gilley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
I could never express how thankful and blessed I feel to have known mema the last 4 or so years. She welcomed me with open arms and loved me like one of her own. I will forever miss the endless stories, laughs, hugs and just the love she shared with everyone around her. We know she is shining above and walking those streets of gold but this world won’t be the same without her. I love you, mema!
Marc Gilley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
My deepest condolences to the immediate family. Prayers for you all to find comfort that she is rejoicing in heaven.
Michael Wiser
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
It’s to soon mema. My daughter your great grand daughter loved you so much! I’m so glad you got to spend time with Addy, Sierra, and me for Christmas. Well always love and cherish all the memories mema! Until we meet again I love you.
Jewell Uchtman
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Prayers & love are being sent to each one. May you find comfort in all your memories as she was a dear friend to us.