Funeral Services for Darlene Myrtle (Votaw) Naff, 92, Lawrence, will be 10 am, Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Southside Church of Christ, 1105 W. 25th Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66046, officiated by son-in-law Powell Pendergraft. Visitation will be from 7-8 pm, Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
Darlene died December 22, 2023, at Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living.
She was born August 4, 1931, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Milo and Angie Vitt Votaw.
Darlene graduated from Lawrence High School.
She was married to William D. Naff on April 24, 1953. He preceded her in death in 2010.
Mom was generous with those less fortunate and loved to bring those whom she called “old people” to her home, treating them to coffee and conversation.
Survivors include three children; William N. (Buddy) and Cynthia, Berryton, Kansas; Mark A. and Cynthia, of Lawrence; Kim E. Pendergraft and Powell, of Austin, Texas; seven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to L.I.N.K. Kitchen, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
Online condolences made at rumsey-yost.com
So sorry to read this. She was my den mother in cub scouts many years ago. Sincere condolences to Bill and Mark who I have known for a long time. R.I. P. You will be missed by many.
To Bud and family…May she rest in peace…Mike and Rose…
It was exactly 60 years ago that Rick and I moved into the basement apartment of your parents house. Over the years we were always in touch with your parents no matter where we lived. While living in their basement we had our first baby., and they were close by on Peterson Rd when we had our second child. Your parents were our role models over what a loving marriage and raising a family should be. We loved them both and will cherish our memories forever. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Rick and Marsha Vose
So sorry for your loss prayers for you all during this time.
Kim, so sorry for your loss .. I’m thankful for the opportunity to have met and visited with your Mom. She was a sweet lady.. love and hugs to you and all of your Family.
Thinking of you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your family’s loss. Thoughts and prayers to all.