Darrel Wayne Cash departed this life April 14, 2025.
Mr. Cash was born Nov. 17, 1941, in Raywood, Kentucky, to Edgar T. Cash and Thelma May Mills.
Darrel did many things in his spare time and had several interests, but old cars, old music, and arguing politics with Ken were some of his favorites.
Likewise, there were many things Darrel loved, but his wife Viola, his cats, his dogs (Lady and Sarge), good coffee, Batman, and the beach were things he loved most.
Darrel lived a full and exciting life, enlisting in the Army at the young age of 16. Darrel was able to travel and became a medic, operating drive-in theatres, and breeding horses. However, Darrel was also the most wonderful cat dad and enjoyed being at the beach with his wife and children.
Darrel was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lucy Yoakem, Susie Thornton; and one son, Eric Cash.
Mr. Cash is survived by his loving wife, Viola R. Cash, of Sparta; children, Katherine A. Wilkins, of Columbia, South Carolina, Samuel Wilkins, of Zolfo Springs, Florida, Chris Cash, of Kentucky; sisters, Barbara Finster, of Newport, Mary-Ann Hodges, of Mountain City; brother-in-law, Dale Yoakem, of Seale, Alabama; mother-in-law, Karen Y. Zukosky, of Sparta; and beloved friend, Ken Baker, of Manchester.
Respecting the family’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Oak Lawn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
