James W. "Big Jim" Darby's obituary , Passed away on November 18, 2024 in Sun City West, Arizona

James W. "Big Jim" Darby

October 3, 1938 - November 18, 2024 (86 years old)

Sun City West, Arizona

James W. "Big Jim" Darby's obituary , Passed away on November 18, 2024 in Sun City West, Arizona

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sunset Funeral Homes Memorial Park

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James W. "Big Jim" Darby

October 3, 1938 - November 18, 2024 (86 years old)

Sun City West, Arizona

James W. Darby Obituary

In loving memory of James W. Darby of Sun City West, Arizona, who departed this world on November 18, 2024 at the age of 86. James W. leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Darby and Florence Darby (Gill); and his brother David. He is survived by: his wife Caroline J. Sanders; his children, Karen Battaglia (Nick), Donna Walthall (Jim) of Mahomet, IL, Linda Darby (Scott Dowers) of Danville, IL, Rich Darby (Jill) of Noblesville, IN and Scott Darby of Phoenix, AZ.; his grandchildren, Ashley Barajas (Edgar), Abbey Oxendale (Mason), Erin Brodbeck (Ben), Lindsey Murphy (Jason), Ethan Darby (Keri), Ross Darby (Austin), Jackson Darby (Rachel), Madison Dowers (Kyle Harlin), Bradley Battaglia (Heather) and Nicole Raymo (Jacob); his great grandchildren, Christian, Kimberly, Analise Barajas, Jastin, Jase Szarek, Dominic, Gabriel Battaglia, Carson, Cooper Oxendale, Nixon, River, Indie Raymo, Ellie Grace Brodbeck, Logan, Caden, Dayton, Kennedy Murphy, Sawyer, Livy Darby, Remington, Lyla Sue Darby, Liam and Eli Darby; his nephews, Tom and Matt Darby; and his niece Stephanie Darby.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church 1930 Bowman Ave. Danville, IL 61832.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sunset Funeral Homes Memorial Park



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