Darlene J. Captain
Darlene J. Captain, 74 of Noblesville passed away on Tuesday January 9, 2024 at Wellbrooke of Westfield. Darlene was born on January 30, 1949 in Terre Haute to Gray Cecil & Betty Joan Burk. The Burks passed away soon after her birth and she was adopted and raised by Charles & Josephine (Lansaw) Prose. On November 30, 1991 she married Steve Captain and they enjoyed 32 years together before her passing.
Darlene worked as a programmer at both GTE and Verizon. She was a member of West Street Christian Church and Phi Beta Psi Sorority. Darlene enjoyed baking and working with many different craft projects.
Survivors besides her husband Steve include two children, Erin Dailey and husband Steve, Tipton and Daniel Captain of Indianapolis; one brother, Gray Prose and wife Karen and one sister, Cathy Bagley and husband, all of Terre Haute; five grandchildren.
Funeral services for Darlene will be held at West Street Christian Church next Saturday, January 20, at 2:00 P.M. with Rev Ashley Sherard presiding. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Tipton. Visitation will also be on Saturday at the church from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Captain family in their time of need. Condolences for Darlene’s family may be left on her obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Memorial donations in honor of Darlene may be made to Phi Beta Psi Sorority, 6683 E. 300 South Elwood, Indiana, 46036 or the West Street Christian Church, 132 N. West Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
Oh Steve, I’m so sorry to hear this! I know how much you loved Darlene and how she made you shine. My prayers for peace and comfort are with you and your family.
Cheryl and I are lifting you and your families in prayer. May we always fix our eyes upon Jesus in the valleys and mountains of our lives.
Steve, so sorry about Darlene’s passing. I knew her when we worked at GTE and Verizon. She was a shining soul. Remember the good times and memories. It helps, believe me.
Karen Dickover, Allen’s wife.
So sorry Steve and Erin. Prayers for you and the rest of the family.
Steve and family, I was so sorry to read of Darlene’s passing. My deepest condolences, sympathies and prayers for all of you. Much love ❤️🩹 Jo Anna
Steve and family,
I am so sorry to hear this. Darlene was a very kind and sweet neighbor. My prayers for you and your family Steve. . ❤️
Steve, I am so sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. I will miss seeing her sitting on the front porch and how she would wave and smile. You are in my prayers. If you should need anything, please let Dan and I know .
Sherry and Dan Ottilie
So sorry Steve to learn of Darlene’s passing. Prayers of comfort.
Judy Orr
Dear Steve, My deepest condolences on the passing of your Darlene. I know how special she was to you. Nothing can take away the fond memories we all have of the kind and beautiful lady she was. I remember the start the two of you had and am proud to be a part of your beginnings together.
Steve and family. I’m so sorry for you loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Darlene was a great person. The tutoring room always loved it when she sent us cookies.