Susan “Darla” York, 58, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin.
Darla was born March 20, 1962, in Webb City, MO to Louis Edward and Ruth Bernice “Kaderly” Helms. She was a lifetime resident of Jasper, MO and was a business manager for P.A.R. in Jasper for several years. For the past five years she was employed by Leggett & Platt. Darla attended Fairview Christian Church in Carthage. Her children and grandchildren were her everything.
Darla was united in marriage to Douglas York on June 28, 1980, at Zion Baptist Church in Jasper; he survives.
Darla is also survived by one son, Derek York of Kansas City, MO; two daughters, Danielle Neher (Andy) of Jasper and Devon Pashia (Nick) of Carthage; two brothers, Mike Helms of Neosho and Steve Helms of Oronogo; two sisters, Diane Helms and Derelene Knight, both of Lamar; seven grandchildren, Paten, Miranda, Evelyn, Scarlett, Keylee, Holly and Beniah.
The body has been taken for cremation and, due to COVID19, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.
