Darlene Gertrude Stewart died peacefully in her sleep on December 31, 2020, at the age of 91. Her passing is deeply mourned by her surviving children and family: Cordelia Finke (Keith), Sabrina Stewart, Guy Stewart, Christopher Stewart (Renee), Clarissa Stewart; grandchildren Drew Finke, Erin Olsen (Robert), Dylan Rose; beloved sister, Marilyn Roushar of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and nieces and nephew.

Darlene was born on July 10, 1929 in Marshalltown, Iowa to Guy Howard Morris and Helen Marie (Pink) Morris. Darlene met husband George in Salt Lake City, Utah where they were married on November 28, 1957. They began raising their family in Spokane, Washington, where George was a professor at Gonzaga University. His job at Texas Women's University brought the family to Denton, Texas in 1970, where Darlene and George lived out their lives. Darlene quickly became involved in the Immaculate Conception Catholic community and was active in groups such as Saint Francis' Circle, the Golden Agers, and the Altar Society. Her charitable work soon extended to the larger Denton community, and she has been known throughout the years for her service to Denton charities including the Denton Christian Preschool and the Denton Community Food Room. Her involvement in church and volunteer work have been the source of many lifelong friendships. Darlene often encouraged her children to join in her many charitable activities, inspiring them to emulate her life of generosity.

The family is grateful to the staff of Carriage House Assisted Living for their kindness and loving care. A private ceremony this week will be followed later in the year by a celebration of Darlene's life. Memorial donations may be made to these charities which were dear to Darlene's heart; Monsignor King Outreach Center, Denton Community Food Center and Denton Christian Preschool.