John A. Darden, Sr.

Jeanerette – Memorial services will be conducted at a later date for John A. “Took” Darden, Sr., 78, who passed away on Friday, February 3, 2017, at 8:38 AM at his residence.

He was a native of St. Mary Parish and a resident of Charenton. He was a happy outgoing people person who loved a full life and a good time. He loved his family especially his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his sons, John A. Darden, Jr. and Guy G. Darden and his companion Sarah all of Charenton; his brother, Daniel Dave Darden of Chargenton; his grandchildren, Holly Kidder and Taylor Alexa Darden both of Charenton, Emily Trosclair, Nya Trosclair, Brittney Trosclair, Danielle Freeman, Shanya Trosclair, Russell Picard, Jr., Ryan Picard, Dylan Picard, Natasha Picard, Trisha Sparrow and Crystal “Poochie”Duke; his great grandchildren, Riley and Ramey, Karlynn, Harmony, Cameron, Brayton, Bryden, Easton, Gracelynn, Isabella, Leyton, Maddlynn, Kylie, Alexis, Raylin and Landyn; his step-sons, Alvin Trosclair and Shane Trosclair and his wife Edmae all of Charenton; his step-daughter, Chantel Picard and her husband Donald of Jeanerette and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary LeBlanc Darden; his parents, Bennett Darden and Berttie Story Darden; his first wife, Rita Broussard Darden; his brother, Jessie Benite Darden and one son that died at birth.

You can sign the guest register and / or send condolences at www.davidfuneralhome.org

David Funeral Home of Jeanerette, 400 Provost St. (337) 276-5151 is in charge of arrangements.