Darlene Heckendorf

Darlene Loretta Heckendorf, 77, of Carr, Colorado passed away September 27, 2016 at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Darlene was born August 6, 1939 in Salida, Colorado to Richard and Theda Mae Atchison. Darlene married Francis A. "Hecky" Heckendorf in 1959 in Basil, Switzerland while he was serving in the U.S. Army in Germany. She is survived by her husband, Hecky, daughter Michele Laubacher (Donnie), son Francis A. Heckendorf, III (Kirsten), six grandchildren, Zach, Maggie, Sam, Holly Mae, Walker and Madeleine, and one brother Harvey Atchison. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Theda Mae Atchison, a son James R. "Jimmy" Heckendorf, and a daughter Grace Ellen "Gracie" Heckendorf. What a mom Darlene was to her 4 children! Through her efforts and guidance, "her kids" growing up were never in trouble and were all educated and accomplished in their endeavors. Their friends were always welcomed at her house and they always came to eat, as her culinary skills were unequaled. She was so talented with flowers and flower arrangements plus many things to do with various art interests. Most of all, Darlene thought her grandchildren were her gift from God for a job well done as a mom. Mom, please give Jimmy and Gracie a big hug in heaven. Your journey is now complete because you really did a good job on earth. Services for family and friends will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place under the care of Schrader, Aragon and Jacoby Funeral Home in Cheyenne, Wyoming.