Darlene L. Myers, 88, Carpio, formerly of Berthold, died Friday, July 3, 2020 at her son's home near Minot.

Darlene was born January 30, 1932 at Trinity Hospital in Minot, North Dakota, the daughter of Arvid and Adeline (Hagen) Gunderson. She was raised on the family farm north of Makoti and educated at country schools including Patton School, North of Parshall, Mccullough School in Schiele Township, the Lund Township school and Underdahl School in Linton township. She completed her schooling through 8 ^th grade at the Lund Township school. She assisted on the farm with cooking for the family and hired help.

Darlene was united in marriage to Benton Myers on June 28, 1950 at Lakewood Park Bible Camp near Devils Lake. They made their home in various places, including Ryder, before settling on a farm west of Berthold. Along with raising their five sons, Darlene and Benton farmed and ranched throughout the years.  After the boys were grown and had their own families, Darlene enjoyed her first and only job out of the home as a housekeeper at Dakota Inn. Benton died on March 20, 2017. Darlene moved to Carpio to live with her son, Kalvin and his family.

Darlene was a longtime member of First Assembly of God Church, Minot. Her hobbies and interests included: going to flea markets, baking special items, especially breads and caramel rolls. She was an avid reader. She switched to audio books when she lost her vision to macular degeneration. Even with poor eyesight, she never lost her knack for shopping. She loved to sew and crochet, talking on the telephone with friends, spending time with her family and attending grandchildren's events.

Her loving family includes: children, Garth Myers, Minot, Kevin (Judy) Myers, Minot, Kalvin (Shawna) Myers, Carpio, Kurt (Michele) Myers, Berthold and daughter in law, Laurel Myers, Minot; 10 grandchildren to include: Danielle (James) Wilson, Jesse (Selena) Myers, Adria (Charlie) Carson, Chelsie (Mike) Hultz, Dustin (Nicole) Myers, Dana Saunders, Amber Myers (Jack Small), Chase (Casey) Myers, Christa (Trent) Lowery & Connor Myers; 13 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; brother, Andy Gunderson, Berthold; along with several brothers & sisters in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 66 years, Benton Myers; son, Garlan Myers; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jeannette Gunderson, Rolland (Donna Rae) Myers, Alvin (Doris) Myers, William (Vivian) Myers, Raymond (Vicky) Myers, George Borgen, Gaillord Albertson and Lehman Myers.

Celebration of Life Service : Observing social distancing guidelines, a Celebration of Darlene's Life will take place on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in First Assembly of God Church, Minot.
Interment: Wildrose Cemetery, Berthold.
Visitation: Monday, July 6, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot.

Darlene Myers Flower Pictures