Darlene Broadbent

Edith Darlene Broadbent, 89, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

Darlene was born September 2, 1934, in Topeka to Jack and Edith Bernice (Vowels) Streeter.

Darlene graduated from Seaman High School in 1952. She worked at Skinner’s Wholesale Nursery, Security Benefit Life, Seaman High School, Consolidated Benefit Plans, and retired from the Kansas Independent College Fund after 22 years. After retirement, Darlene volunteered 8 years in her daughter-in-law Pam’s kindergarten and second grade classrooms.

She married William (Bill) Broadbent in March, 1953. They later divorced. Together they had three children William Brad Broadbent, Brian Lee Broadbent, and Darla Ann Broadbent.

She is survived by her children Brad (Twyla), Brian (Pam), and Darla; grandchildren Austin Broadbent, Brett Broadbent, Erin Colley, Amy Calhoun, Andrea Hildebrand, Luke Kilts, Katie Poole, and Tanner Stebbins; great-grandchildren Ally Gillespie-Colley, Cohen Colley, Isaac Calhoun, Jacob Calhoun, Levi Calhoun, Georgia Hildebrand, Everett Hildebrand, Genevieve Hildebrand, Wyatt Hildebrand, Logan Kilts, Julia Kilts, Olivia Kilts, Mason Hare, Ellie Hare, and Hunter Hare; sister Betty Ann Rees, brothers Melvin Streeter, John Streeter and Keith Streeter; and numerous nephews and nieces.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Jack Streeter and Jerry Streeter; and companion Bob Johnson.

With a heart full of kindness and compassion, she spread love to all those around her. Her strong faith in Jesus Christ gave her the strength and guidance she needed to face life’s challenges. Darlene was a long-time member of Northland Christian Church and later Central Park Christian Church. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi. Darlene and several friends also formed a group called Seidaltaf and they enjoyed doing many activities together. In the last few years, Darlene and long-time friends Betty Myers and Delores Stauffer would meet for coffee and donuts every week. She enjoyed Southern Gospel music and attended several annual conferences in Louisville, KY to listen to her favorite singers. Darlene delighted in spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren, and will be dearly missed by them all. She also enjoyed doing puzzles and staying in contact with family and friends on Facebook.

The family would like to thank all the staff at Midland Care Hospice Services for their kind, compassionate care of our mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Cremation is planned. The family will greet friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Parker-Price & Davidson 245 NW Independence Ave., Topeka, KS 66608.

Celebration of her life will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Parker-Price & Davidson.

Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Care 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606.

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Darlene's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.