It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Darlene Faye (Hartman) Chytka on June 12, 2025 in Laramie Wyoming. She was born on September 1, 1934 in Ellis, South Dakota. She was a Registered Nurse and a CASA Volunteer. She enjoyed golfing and pulling pranks on the family. She loved to laugh.
She is survived by her husband Mark O. Chytka whom she married on December 27, 1955; her children Gregory M. Chytka and his wife Evelyn “JO”, Kimberly F. Chytka, and Paul W. Chytka and his wife, Mary; grandchildren,
Mark Chytka and his wife Colleen; Kelsey Chytka Wine and her husband Will, Haley Chytka Karn and her husband Doug, and Sydney Chytka; great grandchildren, Max and Zoey Wine, Wilder and Finley Chytka; along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Katherine “CADY” Hartman, sister Marilyn Schmit and her husband Virgil; in-laws, Fred and Florence Chytka.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Nathan Keith, officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Meals on Wheels, Food Pantry, Animal Shelter or any organization of your choice.
My sincere sympathy to Darlene’s entire family, especially my dear friend Kim. May you be comforted to know she is at peace and without anymore pain or suffering. May God surround all of you with His perfect peace. Libby Reinbold Fond du Lac, WI
Such a beautiful woman. I have many wonderful memories of the Hartman gatherings growing up. Your mom had a beautiful smile and the same great sense of humor and laugh as your Grandma Hartman. I loved visiting your family. Your mom will be missed.
The Hartman kids would like to express our heartfelt condolences to the family of our cousin Darlene. We recall many family picnics over the years, visits and family reunions from the time we were little. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kathy, Cheryl, Steve, Mary, Robert, and Patty