Darla Kay Howlett, 79, passed away in the early morning of Aug, 24, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born Nov. 11, 1946, in Shelbyville, Illinois, to Robert James and Gladys Bechtel Wiseman. Darla received her master’s degree from Indiana State and taught for 32 years all at Crawfordsville High School and Tuttle Middle School.
Darla married Don Howlett on June 8, 1968, and he preceded her in death on April 1, 2022.
She enjoyed bowling, reading and sewing. She also loved her slot machines.
Darla is lovingly survived by her son, Damon (Stephanie) Howlett; grandchildren, Taylor (Kieth) Sims, Austin (Kiersten) Long and Peyton (Elyssa) Long; great-grandchildren, Lincoln and Avery Sims, Reed and Addie Long, and Sophie and Liam Long; and sister LeeAnn (Steve) Nickless; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Darla is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; and one brother.
A private family service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 26 at Burkhart Funeral Home, Crawfordsville. The family requests the omission of flowers.
Online condolences may be made at www.BurkhartFH.com.
