Patricia “Patty/ Pat” (LaPoint) Darkey, 82, of Bellevue, passed away on May 15, 2020.
Patty was born on May 21, 1937 and was married Richard Karl Darkey on Nov. 23, 1956 in
Bellevue. Her family is made up of her children, Rick (Mary), Linda, Jerry (Paula), Chuck, and
David; two granddaughters, Stacy (Sam) and Karen (Rick); and two great-grandsons Sammy and
Joey.
Patty was an active lifelong member of the Bellevue community. She was a member of the
Bellevue Rescue Squad, active with the local Boys Scouts, and an election worker. Patty and her
husband received Bellevue Citizens of the year in 1979.
Patty enjoyed taking family vacations to Orlando, attending Battle Creek baseball and
Kalamazoo K-Wings hockey games, and enjoying a meal at the Riverside Café. She was also an
animal lover and always willing to help an animal in need.
A private memorial service will be held at a future date for close family and friends. Memorial
contributions may be made to the VFW or charity of your choice.