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Darrell R. Eddie, 80, of Queen Creek, Ariz., passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at his home.
Darrell was born Nov. 8, 1945, the son of Robert and Myrtle Eddie. On June 11, 1966, Darrell was united in marriage to Betty Ilene Oleson in Storm Lake. Together, they were blessed to raise two children, Trudy and Travis.
Darrell was a member of Lake Creek County Club in his younger years. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, bowling, softball, baseball and cars. Darrell loved watching sports, especially the Iowa Hawkeyes and racing. He had a love for classic cars, Corvettes and Camaros. Darrell was known for having crazy knowledge about anything sports related and having a big sense of humor with a contagious big belly laugh. He loved to buy gag gifts for everyone at Christmas and always had endless witty one-liners during game nights. Darrell treasured spending time with family and friends and attending his children, grand and great-grandchildren’s sporting events and dance recitals. Darrell had an unwavering love for his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Those left to cherish his memory include his children: Trudy Whitesel/Michael DeSantis of Queen Creek, Ariz.; and Travis/Mashel Eddie of Atlantic; grandchildren: Ridge/Kylee, Courtney, Logan and Ian Whitesel; great-grandchildren: Zyla Whitesel, Alyssa and Aurora Torry-Whitesel; step great-grandchildren: Serenity, Devin and Brenna Torry; brother Russell Eddie; numerous family members including sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends.
Darrell was preceded in death by his wife Betty Eddie; parents, Robert and Myrtle Eddie; parents-in-law, Kenneth and Stella Oleson; brothers, Dean and Roger Eddie and their wives Mary and Marlene Eddie; brother-in-law Jay Foskey; and niece Stephanie Dalbey.
A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, Jan 31.
