Mary Kathaleen Darnell

Mary Kathaleen Darnell, 76, of Thurman, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021 with her daughters by her side. Born on September 22, 1944 in Columbus, Ohio, Kathaleen was the daughter of the late Bert and Katherine Sims Boster. Kathaleen married William Lyle Darnell on November 28, 1963; and he preceded her in death on January 1, 1998. Their four children were her pride and joy, doing all that she could do to be the best mom that she could be. She always encouraged them to be active in school and to pursue an education. After raising her children, she worked at Gallipolis Developmental Center until she retired in 2001. Kathaleen is survived by her children, Ron (Paula) Darnell, Kathy (Michael) Brace, John (Ellen) Darnell, and Cheryl (Cory) Kerr; six grandchildren, Michaelyn (Nate) Allison, Caleb Darnell, Malayna Brace, Brady Darnell, Catherine Kerr, and Collin Kerr; and great grandson, Gavin Allison. In addition to her parents and first husband, Kathaleen was preceded in death by her second husband, Patrick Mundell and a brother, Ronald Boster. A graveside service for Kathaleen will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Hill Cemetery, Thurman, Ohio with Pastor James Bennett officiating. Willis Funeral Home is in care of arrangements. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.