It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Darrell Eugene Betzner Sr., born January 4, 1954, in Concordia, Kansas. He passed away on July 31, 2023, in Salina, Kansas.
He was preceded in death by his his parents, John A. Betzner and Dorothy Betzner (Anderson), grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd L. Anderson and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Betzner, and nephew, Ryan Peltier.
Darrell is survived by his companion Charlene K. Scott (and family); sons Darrell E Betzner JR (Christina) of Brookville and Chase E Betzner (Amber) of Tescott; daughter Dawn J. Holmes (Bradley) of Hutchinson; brother John "Boomer" C. Betzner (Annette) of Scandia; sisters Ann Buresh (Ken Lukavsky) of Salina, Jan Jacobson (Karl) of Concordia, and Laurie Betzner of Concordia; seven grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.
Darrell was a hardworking man who served as a Maintenance Supervisor at K-State for 23 years before retiring to spend more time with family and friends. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, watching family members race, going on long rides, and spending time with family and friends.
He inspired and encouraged many young kids as a lifetime member of the Boy Scouts of America. Darrell made sure that any child who was a Boy Scout was able to go to camp and was a leader to countless kids, challenging them to become the best version of themselves. He took pride in his Eagle Scout and Golden Eagle status and his Mic-O-Say membership and found great fulfillment as a member of the 3- Clans dance team. Darrell truly embodied the spirit of Scout Law, which says, “A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.”
Darrell was an amazing man who touched the lives of all those he encountered. He had such an impactful presence while here on Earth, and we know, as a Scout, he is prepared for his next adventure.
Services to celebrate Darrell’s life will be held at the Brookville United Methodist Church, 114 W Anderson Street, Brookville Kansas, on Saturday, August 12, at 10 a.m.
Memorials can be made to The Boy Scouts of America Coronado area council, 644 S Ohio St, Salina, KS 67401.
ENOUGH SAID…