GANSEVOORT – Darlene A. Drew, 59, of Gansevoort, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on August 18, 1958, in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Lillian (Robinson) Defoe. On April 6, 1996, she married Joseph Drew at Fort Hardy in Schuylerville.
Darlene enjoyed baking and spending time with her children, grandchildren and family
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by a daughter, April Diaz-Campbell, a grandson Brett Diaz, a brother Robert DeFoe and a sister, Debbie Smith.
Darlene is survived by her husband of 21 years, Joseph Drew of Gansevoort, her children, Alexandria Diaz and her fiancé, Matthew Stockwell of Queensbury, Antonio Diaz and his wife Tanya of Gansevoort. Christina Creech and her husband, Siatar of Gansevoort, Angelia Diaz and her husband, Jay of New York City, Stephanie DeFoe and Mike Splunge of Hudson Falls and Michelle DeFoe of New York City; A granddaughter, Emily Humiston; several other grandchildren; a brother, Dennis DeFoe of Florida; a sister June DeFoe of Arizona; a brother Michael DeFoe of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
At Darlene’s request, there are no services scheduled and please make memorial donations to the child abuse organization of one’s choice.
I am sorry for your great loss. May you find comfort in Psalms 34:18 “Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted. He saves those who are crushed in spirit ” . Our heavenly Father does not leave us without hope of seeing our love ones again. Acts 24 :15 assures us “There is going to be a resurrection .” May your warm memories also give you strength to endure these difficult times. With Deep Sympathy!
Rest high my friend.tell April I said hi and miss her.you were an amazing women.many memories of our families on rt 30 south in Greenwich.love and will definitely miss you my friend.
I miss my grandma so much I wish so could be here she is going to miss my 12th birthday in October.
I also miss my cousin Brett and April