Service Information
Darlene A. Piehl, age 87, wife of Kenneth, of Acoma Township, rural Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at her home.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorials preferred to the organization or charity of donor’s choice.
Obituary
Darlene Ann Piehl was born on January 17, 1938, at home in Ellsworth Township, Meeker County, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Carl and Delores (Miller) Schmidt. Darlene was baptized as an infant at her home, and later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 6, 1952, both at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. She received her education in Ellsworth Township and later in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1956.
On April 19, 1958, Darlene was united in marriage to Kenneth Piehl at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with three children, Kevin, Cory, and Lisa. Darlene and Ken resided in Acoma Township, rural Hutchinson. They shared 67 years of marriage.
Darlene was employed at Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing (3M) in Hutchinson, Cedar Mills Hatchery, and Hutchinson’s Stockman’s Café (Sales Barn). She was a loving wife, mother, and partner in the farming operation. Darlene was a life-long member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Darlene enjoyed gardening and canning. She also enjoyed snowmobiling and bowling league. Darlene liked playing cards, especially “Pay Me”, with campground friends and wintering in Texas. She cherished spending time with her family and friends.
Darlene passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at her home in Acoma Township, rural Hutchinson, at the age of 87 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Darlene is survived by her:
Husband, Kenneth Piehl of Acoma Township, MN;
Sons, Kevin Piehl and his wife, Berta of Cold Spring, MN,
Cory Piehl and his wife, Dawn of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughter, Lisa Weir and her husband, Greg of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Tina Kramber, Crystal (Robbie) Carlson, Travis (Tory) Piehl, Kelli (Chandler) Commerford, Nicholas (Abbie Crosby) Weir, Nathan Weir;
Great-grandchildren, Jayce Carlson, Dakota Carlson, Jacob Kramber, Taylor Kramber, Macey Piehl, Faye Piehl, Cade Piehl, Shane Weir, Violet Commerford;
Siblings, Pat Kohls and her husband, Wally of Hutchinson, MN,
Loren Schmidt of Darwin, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Darlene is preceded in death by her Parents, Carl and Delores Schmidt; Father- and Mother-in-law, Lawrence and Edna Piehl; Grandson, Shane Piehl; Brother-in-law, Dwayne Piehl; Sister-in-law, Cyndy Schmidt.
Tina Schmidt says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Josh, Tina & kids
Diane Templin says
RIP Darlene — deepest sympathies to her family & may the Lord help you through this difficult time!! My prayers & hugs be with you all!!
Carolyn Kurth says
I am so sorry to read that Darlene has passed from this earth. I enjoyed every visit I had with this beautiful lady. Always a smile and so very kind. Peace and comfort to you all in the moments, times and all the firsts to come. My sincerest thoughts and hugs to you all.
Lynda and Bill Baumbach says
So sad to hear of Darlene’s passing. Such a sweet lady and we were blessed to get know her in Texas. Great neighbors! Rest in peace Darlene and prayers for the family. Lynda and Bill Baumbach
Kerry Stuart says
So sorry to read of Darlene’s passing…Our thoughts are with Ken and the family…Remembering our many fun days spent together in Texas… RIP Darlene… You will truly be missed..
Ken & Kerry Stuart
Kathy Todd says
Kenny & Family,
Jim & I were so saddened to hear of Darlene’s passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Darlene was such a wonderful, kind lady. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers in the difficult times ahead. Jim & Kathy Todd
Cindy Karg says
Kevin and Family, With sincere sympathy. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you shared.
JoHanna Jensen says
I was sad to hear of Darlene’s passing. I had the pleasure of knowing her and her family while I lived in Hutchinson. She was a sweet lady. God rest her soul.
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
Our deepest sympathies to the Piehl family. Cherish the memories.