Autobiography & Obituary of Jeff Darnell in his own words:
Knock, Knock
Who's there?
Well, not Jeff.
While sitting on his comfort pad in his garage chair, drink in one hand and a rolled smoke in the other, Jeffrey Darnell watched his last football game. Best known for his mispronunciation of words, Jeff was happy to offer a smile to all those he met. He enjoyed discussions about current events (like the salami that hit Thailand), nature (the robin's egg green of leaves), and a particular disgust for any dish made with the wild game and fish he harvested.
Jeffrey Lee Darnell, born May 29, 1968 in Batavia, IL, passed December 9, 2023 surrounded by all the things he loved: his wife, his daughter, and his dogs. He lived a full life enjoying his passions until the end. Jeff often told stories about riding his bicycle to the Plainfield Fishing Resort early in the morning to be the first one at the gate. This love of fishing carried into his adult life where he fished around the United States and Canada. He was an avid hunter and thoroughly enjoyed sharing his knowledge with anyone who would listen. Neighbors were regularly treated to Jeff's talents of calling ducks into the back yard of his home. Many of us have benefitted from his teachings on goose and duck calling.
While Jeff enjoyed a gathering of his friends, he was just as happy to sit on the couch with his dogs.
"I packed so many snacks!"