Richard A, Darby

Richard Allen Darby, 63, of Marion passed away April 26, 2001 at 6:30 A.M. at Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, TX. He was born June 3, 1937 to Russell F. Darby and Rosalie (Cunningham) Darby in Chicago, IL. He married Nancy (Mabry) Darby in Huntsville, AL September 13, 1958. Mr. Darbys occupation was a journalist. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and Rotary Club in Marion, and a member of Southern Illinois Editorial Association. Survivors include: Wife Nancy Darby of Marion Mother: Rosalie Darby of Marion Dau-& Son-In-Law: Faith and Eric Fisher of Johnston City, IL Son: Russell Darby of Marion Bro&Sis-In-Law: Randy and Shirley Darby of Marion Sis & Bro-In_Law: Francine and Curtis Williams of Denver, Co Several Nieces and Nephews He was preceded by: Father Russell F. Darby Brother: Fred Darby Services were held at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home Tuesday, May 1, 2001 at 1:30 P.M. with Rev. Melva England officiating. Burial followed at East Fork Cemetery, West Frankfort, IL. Visitation was at the funeral home Monday evening from 5-9 p.m.