Darrell P. Arlt
November 5, 1941 – April 1, 2025
Darrell Arlt was born on November 5, 1941, in Lindsay, Nebraska to Leander (Pat) and Evelyn Arlt. He passed away on April 1, 2025, at 83 years old. He grew up on a farm in Lindsay and joined the National Guard after graduating from Lindsay Holy Family School in 1959.
On November 12, 1960, he married his best friend and love, Darlene Unger, and spent the next 63 years together as husband and wife. They lived primarily in Columbus, NE where he worked for Rogers Tractor & Farm Equipment and later retired from Enterprise Electric. In 2020, they moved to Bennington, NE to be closer to their children. Darrell was a humble man of deep faith. He enjoyed playing cards, being with his family, and rooting for the Dodgers and Huskers.
Darrell is survived by his daughters: Debbie Bremer (Jeff), Linda Little (Ben), Lori Rockwell (Jeff), and Traci Schmitz (John); brothers: Kenneth (Bernice) Arlt, Bob (Judy) Arlt and James (Melanie) Arlt; sister, Mariette Christensen.
Darrell was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene; parents, Pat and Evelyn Arlt; grandson, Christopher Bremer; brother, Glen Arlt; brothers-in-law: Del Christensen, John Pojar, Chuck Pfeifer, Larry Brom; nephew, Gary Arlt and; niece, Nicole Rakowsky.
Darrell was also a loving grandfather to 17 grandchildren: Jeffrey Bremer, Jr. (Lindsay), Amber Ostblom (Tyler), Kyle Little, Christopher Bremer, Kaitlyn Little, Adam Rockwell (Breanna), Alysha Mickles (JeVon), Leigha Little, Lucas Rockwell (Hannah), Elizabeth Rockwell, Michael Mallgrave, Madeline Mallgrave, Halle Ross (Tyler), Carson Mallgrave, Abigail Rockwell, Carys Mallgrave, and Evan Schmitz. He also had 13 great-grandchildren.
Vigil Service: Sunday, April 6th, 4pm at West Center Chapel with visitation from 2-4pm.
Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, April 7th, 10:30am at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Interment: Resurrection
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the Christopher Bremer Foundation or Alzheimer’s Association.
Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha, Ne 68124. (402)-391-3900. www.heafeyheafey.com
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Deepest sympathies to family. Sorry for your loss, Mary thinking of you. 🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
He will be missed. So glad to have known Darrell. Praying for peace for the family.
Debbie, Linda, Lori and Traci– I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Your Mom and Dad were both beautiful souls that loved you girls immensely. Sixty-three years of marriage with four daughters…I know there are lots of great memories and stories to tell. I am glad to have been a part of the Arlt friends and family ventures. May you find comfort knowing that your parents are dancing in the skies and always watching over you. Deb, I hope you can find comfort knowing that they are giving Christopher the business in their loving ways. My heart is so heavy for you all, as the loss and grieving of parents is never easy, no matter how much we try to prepare our hearts for the days without them on earth. Love and prayers to all that loved them. Tammy
Our deepest sympathy. Your Dad was one of a kind. He always made me smile and had a smile on his face! Fond memories of both your Mom and Dad at many events in my life. May God give you comfort during this time of sorrow. Kevin and Julie Zuroski (Staroscik)
Debbie and family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Sending hugs and many prayers for peace and tranquility. Deepest sympathies.
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