Darlene Millard, 82, died peacefully Friday, March 31, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on April 15th, 2023, at St Philomena Catholic Church, 338 Chestnut St. Belmont, WI, 53510 where a Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in The Rock Cemetery in Livingston, WI at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

She was born October 17, 1940.  She was the daughter of Carl and Mabel Peterson. Darlene married Harry Millard on November 23, 1963. She enjoyed her family, lunches with friends, day trips, nature, writing, face-booking, holidays, cooking shows and parties.

She worked as the administrator at Sunnycrest Manor from 1975 to her retirement in 2006.  She dedicated herself to the staff and residents.  She was very proud of the home and heart program that she was instrumental in starting.

Darlene is survived by her children: Jerry (Janelle) Millard and Shannon (Jeff) Hammerand.  Her grandchildren: Jake, Layne and Holli whom she loved with all of her heart.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at MercyOne Dubuque; the kindness and compassion will never be forgotten.