Darlene Mae Brandl, 83, of Columbus, Nebraska, died Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 10:30 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Columbus, with Rev. Seong Lee officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Cemetery in Columbus. Visitation will be on Friday from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Gass Haney Funeral Home and continue on Saturday from 9:30 AM until service time at the church. There will be a family prayer service at 10:15 AM at the church. Memorials are suggested as those of the family choice.

Darlene Mae Brandl was born August 22, 1933 in Polk County, Nebraska, to Edward and Nellie (Ruyle) Hecker. She attended Polk County country schools and graduated from Kramer High School in Columbus in 1950. On May 31, 1951, Darlene was united in marriage to David G. Brandl, Sr. at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Columbus. The couple lived and farmed north of Monroe, Nebraska, for 50 years before moving into Columbus in 1998. Darlene was a caregiver for her mother for seven years, and worked the second shift at Becton Dickinson for 25 years retiring in 1994.

Darlene was an active member of the United Methodist Church where she was a part of Christian Women group. She was a member of the Hospital Auxiliary and the Red Hat Society. She loved growing flowers, especially roses, gardening and caring for the kids. Her animals were a special joy in her life. She loved going on trips with the "55 PlusBus". Darlene enjoyed time spend with many special friends, especially on Husker game day.

Darlene is survived by:
Son – Dave (Darlene) Brandl, Jr. of Columbus, NE
Daughter – Jolene (Rick) Moon of Omaha, NE
Son – Tom (Sharon) Brandl of Monroe, NE
Daughter – Cheryl (Rich) Bender of Humphrey, NE
Daughter – Judy (Gene) Galitz of Lander, WY
11 Grandchildren
1 Step Granddaughter
27 Great Grandchildren
Sister-in-law – Sharon Hecker Smage of Mission, TX
Brother-in-law - Ken (Pat) Brandl of Humphrey, NE

Darlene was preceded in death by:
Parents – Edward and Nellie Hecker
Husband – David G. Brandl, Sr.
Brothers – Edward, Jr; Harley; Ivan (Marion); and Myron (Liz) Hecker

Service Folder Information
Angel Wings

Some believe that life's our test,
And with it rules are given,
If we follow them each day
We'll find the path to heaven.

Born were we to follow them
Simple rules that are indeed:
Care for our Earth, each animal,
And all humankind in need.

Sent to help and guide our quest
Are coaches from above.
Sweet champions to show the way
To all kin acts of love.

Those who play the game the best
Earn no medals or gold rings.
Their trophy comes at life's great end
When they win their angel wings.




In Loving Memory Of

Darlene Mae Brandl

Born
Tuesday, August 22, 1933
Polk County, Nebraska

Entered Into Rest
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Omaha, Nebraska

Service
Saturday, March 25, 2017 10:30 AM
First United Methodist Church
Columbus, Nebraska

Officiant
Rev. Seong Lee

Music
Denene Owens – Organist
Sheila Sookram – Soloist
"Beautiful Savior"
Congregational Hymn
"Amazing Grace"
CD Music
"On Eagle's Wings"

Casket Bearers
Jason Brandl
Joe Bender
Brad Smith
Dev Sookram
Jeff Jennings
Ben Neville
Brad Perkons

Interment
Roselawn Memorial Cemetery
Columbus, Nebraska