Darlene M. Kittle, 91, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at her home in Hutchinson, KS.  She was born February 24, 1932, in Greenleaf, KS, the daughter of Karl and Ida (Werner) Smith.

Darlene graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1950 and received her Certificate in bookkeeping from Adela Hale Business School in Hutchinson.  On July 15, 1950, Darlene married Doyle Kittle.  They were married for almost 57 years before he passed away on May 9, 2007.

Darlene is preceded by her parents and her husband, Doyle.

She is survived by her two daughters, Patricia Kittle and Ellen Kittle; and her beloved cat, Jax.

An inurnment will take place at a later date.  Hutchinson Funeral Chapel & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.