Obituary of Royce D. Darling

Royce Darrell Darling, 66, of Kimberly, Idaho passed away August 2, 2010 at his home with his wife, children, and grandson around him. He was born in Boise, ID the fifth of eleven children to Darrell and Ellen Darling. He grew up in Jerome, ID, graduating in 1963. He served for seven years in the Army Reserves. He worked for Idaho Power for 34 years retiring as a Line Foreman. He married the love of his life, Nancy (Humbach) on April 10, 1965. Together they had three children and four grandchildren; Rowdy and daughter Hailey, Tracy & Tim Askew, their children Kasey, Bayleigh & Aspen, and Sandy Darling. He enjoyed camping, motorcycle riding, golfing and spending winters in Arizona. He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren as well as his brothers; Merlin (Betty) Darling of Georgetown, TX, Larry (Brenda) Darling of Eagle,ID, Cary (Tammie) Darling of Kimberly, ID, and Cory (Donalyn) Darling of Bend, OR., sisters; Ruby (Ray) Kays of Bend, OR, Gail (Wally) Petersen of Jerome,ID , Carol (Kelly) Jackson of Twin Falls, ID, Rita (Ron) Hills of McCall, ID, Snooks (Barry) Anthoney of Filer,ID, his mother-in-law Helen Humbach, brother-in-law Ron (Joy) Humbach, sister-in-law Sharon Humbach, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law Anthony Humbach, sister Danielle (Ed) Madsen, brother-in-law Tony Humbach, a niece and a nephew. Royce lived a life full of adventure, was a loving and caring person, a role model to his children and grandchildren. He will be loved and deeply missed by so many family members and friends. A brother-in-law summed it up: I cannot adequately express the admiration and respect I have for the enduring dignity and good humor with which you are facing the circumstances which have beset you. Your positive attitude and graciousness will be an everlasting example for each of us. Through your conduct you have managed to make things better for your family while they are trying to make things better for you. From this perspective you have performed the highest service that a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle or friend can in this life. A celebration of Royce’s life will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, August 7, 2010 at the Crossroads Methodist Church in Kimberly with a graveside service following at the Jerome Cemetery. In his memory donations can be made to the Elk’s Rehabilitation Center or Angel Flight. The family would like to thank the amazing staff at St Luke’s Magic Valley Regional Medical Center, Dr. Shuss, the staff of MSTI and St. Luke’s Home Care & Hospice. Family and friends are encouraged to share their thoughts and memories of Royce at www.rosenaufuneralhome.com.