Darlene J. Herbsleb

Darlene June Herbsleb, 93, of Dewey, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at her home. She was born in Newcomb Township on January 15, 1933, the daughter of Walter E. and Eleanor June Kuhns.

She is survived by her children, Cecil (Karen) Herbsleb, Lori Bott, Janet Kizer; grandchildren, Amanda (Brick) Hinthorne, Ashley (Cody) Fry, Allen (Kelsey) Hoover, Ryan (Olivia) Bott, Kyle Bott, Stan Kizer, Chad Kizer; and 14 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Betty Taylor.

Darlene graduated from Lincoln Christian College in 1950 and worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for several companies throughout her life. She always stayed busy and especially enjoyed gardening. Darlene was also a member of River Valley Church in Fisher, where she valued her faith and church family. She will be remembered for her hardworking nature, caring spirit, and love of life.

A visitation for Darlene will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at River Valley Church, 17 Owlcreek Lane, Fisher, IL 61843. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:00 am at River Valley Church. Burial will take place at Willowbrook Cemetery in Fisher, IL.

Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center’s Lux Chapel, 1551 E. Grove Ave. Rantoul, IL 61866, is honored to be assisting the family with funeral services.

Please join Darlene’s family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.