Darlene Kay Shofner, 82, of Maroa, IL passed away at 7:38 PM, September 21, 2023 at her family residence, Maroa, IL.

Private Graveside Services will be Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Maroa Cemetery, Maroa, IL with Scott Marsh officiating.  Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL is in charge of arrangements. 

Memorials may be directed to Decatur Memorial Hospice.

Darlene was born September 22, 1940 in Macon County, IL the daughter of Bernie and Edna Louise (Cade) Brown.  She married Franklin W. Shofner, Sr. April 21, 1957 in Maroa, IL.  He passed away August 15, 2008.

Survivors include her sons:  Franklin Shofner, Jr., Clinton, IL; Alan (Theresa) Shofner, Harden, IL; Joey Shofner, Maroa, IL; and Ronald Scott Shofner, Maroa, IL;  nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter; and one sister, Barbara Croufutt, Douglas, WY. 

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and one sister.

Darlene retired from the Maroa-Forsyth School District as a cook.  She enjoyed reading romance novels.  Most of all, Darlene loved spending time with her family.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com