Clara "Darlene" Mangold

Clara “Darlene” Mangold, 85, of Middleville passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital.

A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Graceland Cemetery, 8350 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman. Visitation will be held from 10 AM – 12 Noon on Tuesday at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, prior to the service. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Darlene was born on July 13, 1938 in Eau Claire, the daughter of the late John and Carol (Emerick) Lloyd. On July 16, 1955 she married Jack Mangold and he preceded her in death in 2012. Darlene was a proud Cubs fan who enjoyed bowling and playing cards.

Survivors include her children: Debra (James) Killingbeck and DuWayne (Sandra) Mangold; grandchildren: Brian (Heather) Killingbeck, Kristen (Chris) Lloyd, Jason (Jessica) Mangold; great grandchildren: Jacklynn Lloyd, Emmylue Lloyd, Theo Mangold, Madeline Mangold, and Colby Killingbeck.  

Darlene was also preceded in death by her siblings: Horace, Darrell, Harold, Maurice, Milburn Lloyd, Wilma Phillips, and Rosemary Murphy.