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Funeral: 1 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery, Flora
Visitation: 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home
Darrell Ray Cartright, age 66, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Monday morning, July 27, 2026, at his home.
He was born February 20, 1960, in Flora, the son of Arthur James and Anna Josephine (Mitchell) Cartright Sr.
A graduate of Flora High School, he worked for Minwax Sherwin-Williams for 36 ½ years before retiring.
Darrell appreciated a simple way of life. He believed in working hard, taking care of what he had, and making things last. He lived modestly, valued kindness over material possessions, and carried himself with humility. Loving, caring, and forgiving by nature, he treated others with compassion and grace.
He found his greatest peace in the woods and near the water. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, riding horses and ATVs, gardening, grilling, and taking care of his swimming pool. He was a member of the Coon Creek Ridge Riders, Flora American Legion Post 14, Flora Moose Lodge 1384, and had previously been on the Xenia Fire Department.
Family gatherings were among his most treasured times, along with hunting trips shared with family and friends. Some of his happiest moments were spent sitting on the porch swing and watching his grandchildren run and play in the yard. He honored family traditions and understood that the simplest moments often became the most meaningful memories.
Darrell lived by the belief that love and kindness cost nothing but can mean everything. He knew that a kind word, a helping hand, or a warm smile could make a lasting difference in someone’s life. That quiet wisdom, along with his devotion to family and his appreciation for a simple and purposeful life, will remain with those who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his 2 sons: Adam (Jamie) Cartright of Xenia and Joe (Rachel) Cartright of Terre Haute, Indiana; 5 grandchildren: Macie Cartright, Skyler Cartright, Kylee Cartright, Dawson Cartright, and Emery Cartright; siblings: Debbie (Ed) Crown of Arlington, Texas and Jim (Trina) Cartright of Flora; nieces and nephews: Andy (Tina) Cartright, Shanna (Brian) Bergstrom, Eric (Patty) Cartright, Mark (Melissa) Crown, Jeff (Amy) Cartright, Zachry (Kim) Cartright, Erin (Jason) Borcherding, and Lucas Cartright; and his cherished friend and the mother of his children: Jane Forth (Brent) Harris.
He was preceded in passing by his parents; a sister: Alice (Cartright) Zenthofer; and 2 brothers: Arthur “Jack” Cartright and John L. Cartright.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Bill Atwood officiating. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Hospice or Clay County Cancer Crusaders, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Ole Buddy, rest easy. We've got a lot of good memories till we meet again.
So sorry to hear this
My thoughts and prayers are with Darrell's family and friends.
So sorry for the families loss
Sorry for your loss, always enjoyed our conversations. Praying for you all
Our sincere condolences to you the family and his many friends.Darrell has been a great friend every since the day we met him many years ago he will be missed by more people than I would even begin to try to count fly high my friend
Sure will miss talking with u big one rest in peace your pain is gone
Prayers for the family 🙏
One of the best people God ever made. Fly high!
Will miss Darrell. He always had a smile and a big hug! Lots of family memories. Praying for comfort for all our family as we say "See you later, Darrell"
My deepest condolences to Darrell’s family.
Prayers to the family.
Dear Cari and family. We are so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Big hugs and prayers for all of you.
We are so very sorry to hear about Darrell. Thoughts and prayers for all of his family
Thoughts and prayers.
From 4th street in 74 and after you have always been nice and a friend. Lots of laughs and good memories my friend. Go eat that Double Cheeseburger. I will smile each time I think of you! Prayers for his family.
He was a very Kind Soul. He always had a Smile for everyone .My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry for your loss and prayers for you all
Sorry for the family Darrell always seemed cheerful even when he was not feeling well he had a great personality!
A gentle giant, such a kind man.
So sorry for your loss my deepest condolences
Always had a smile on his face.... prayers for the family 🙏❤️
My thoughts and prayers are with his family..a great kind man
Always a great friend. A person that took others to heart and would help them. Enjoyed our visits through the years, a good friend to the end. Prayers to the family for peace and comfort.
Darrell was a very good brother in law. He was had a smile on his face and was funny. We liked to tease him about the cords he knew for Smoke On The Water....meaning he just had the first few. He was a great person. Fly high Darrell...
So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers for the family 🙏
Dina. Thinking of u. So sorry
You fought a mighty fight. Our love and prayers go out to your family.
Rest in peace my friend.
hate to here about Darrell will miss him rip
What sad news to hear of Darrell"s passing and terrible loss we all share. He was such a great friend and will be missed by everyone. Praying for Family.
Jimmy, so sorry for your little brother passing. Breaks my heart for you and your family. Hang in there my ole friend !
Rest in peace my friend. May God hold Darrell’s family close in his arms in their time of need!
Sorry for your loss. Had a lot of years at Minwax talkin fishin an huntin . Sad to hear Darrell has passed on .
Jim, I am so sorry to hear of Darrell’s passing. Deepest condolences to you and Darrell’s families.
Rest in peace, my friend. I will miss your laugh….. a hearty, honest laugh.
Jim and Family; Debbie and Family: We are sorry for your loss. Prayers for you at this difficult time.
Jim and family sorry for your lost known Darrell for many years always thought a lot of Darell he was a good guy
Darrell was a great bank customer, enjoyed working with him for the last 40 years. Entire staff appreciated his kindness.
Darrell since childhood days on Maple Street was such a sweet soul. He was kind to everyone that genuine spirit is rare and will be missed. Thankful his body and soul are at peace prayers for his family as he will be greatly missed.
Darrel was my supervisor in the lab at MinMax. I remember his mastery of spread sheets and knowledge of product chemistry. Very patient and understanding man.
Your passing was a complete surprise and are deeply saddened. I will miss all the laughs while working together for over two decades. Walk on my friend!
Worked with Darrell for over twenty years in the lab at Minwax. Lost of fond memories! You will be missed, old friend.
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