Darla Jane Hansler, 71, of Kenosha, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus. Born on Washington Island, WI, on June 5, 1943, she was the daughter of the late George and Mae (Goodlet) Mann. She was educated in the schools of Washington Island and graduated valedictorian of her high school class. She moved to Kenosha in the early 1960’s. On June 10, 1973, she married Richard M. Hansler at St. Mary’s Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death on September 10, 2004. Darla was the property manager for Lakeside Towers for 18 years until her retirement. She was a member of St. Mary’s Lutheran Church where she used to volunteer in the church office. She belonged to a pinochle club, was an avid Green Bay Packer fan, enjoyed cooking, and loved to travel, especially to Jamaica. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her fiancé, Rudy “Butch” Bernhardt of Kenosha; three sons, Todd (Cori) Cornell of Sobieski, WI, Chris (Beth) Hansler and Ryan (Tina) Hansler, both of Kenosha; four daughters, Donna (Bill) Syrette of Bristol, Rhonda Amezcua of Merced, CA, Renee Hansler of Kenosha and Robin Hansler of Atwater, CA; a brother, Ralph Mann of Beaverton, MI; several grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Foss, and a son, Richard Hansler, Jr. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors and staff of United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus and Brookside Care Center for all of the compassion and care they gave Darla. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31st, at Proko Funeral Home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 3:00 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Mary’s Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Darla's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Joy
January 25, 2015
You were always so willing to go the extra mile in helping me out when I lived at Lakeside. I will forever be so happy I knew you. Rest in the eternal love of our God now beautiful lady!
Rick Edwards
January 25, 2015
Darla aka. "Todd's ma" I remember having a wonderful dinner over at Todd's house as a teenager. Darla, as usual, didn't mind one of Todd's friends dropping in. She was always so kind with a ready smile. Even years later when I returned from military service overseas when Darla was managing a senior citizen building my Grandmother "Sue" was living at. Grandma would often comment on Darla's warmth and genuine concern for her residents. Darla, a beautiful soul, too soon gone
ryan and tina
January 15, 2015
Mom you will be greatly missed. You fought hard these last two months. You are now flying high. The kids are happy that they got to spend time with you these past few weeks. May you be in peace now.
Pamela De Vuyst
January 15, 2015
Darla was my Manager at Lakeside Towers for 12yrs. She was a very nice woman and even though we had our ups and downs I loved her and I am very sad to have her gone. The family will be in my prayers. I love you Darla.