Darla Joan Vanderley Dwinell
Darla Joan Dwinell (m.Vanderley) was born October 30th, 1960 and was called home to the Lord on October 14th 2021 from Complications due to COVID 19. Born in Chester CA Darla grew up and spent most of her life in Susanville and other rural cities in Northern CA. She moved to Sandpoint, Idaho 8 years ago and immersed herself into the community she immediately fell in love with.
She was presently working at Sandpoint High assisting disabled students, but also served as an advocate for countless women and children in her previous career as the Executive Director of Lassen Family Services, counseling and advocating for victims of domestic violence.
Darla has also always held a leadership roll in the church. Her strength, dedication,and passion touched so many lives; she truly stood as a pillar of her community. She was a sister to her friends and a hero to her family.
Darla is preceded in death by her mother, Carol Vanderley. She leaves behind her father; Thomas Vanderley, husband; William Dwinell, children; Dena Adams, Scott McMillin, Noelle Ennis, Charles Scarborough, Micheal and Joshua Dwinell, and Kristen Guerra. A sister Pamela Stenninger and brothers Mike and Thomas Vanderley. She has 16 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. As well as many other family members who love and miss her dearly. Darla will be missed for her magical laugh and her gentle, Christ like spirit.
Services to be held at New Life Church 1925 N Boyer Sandpoint, ID 83864, Friday, October 29th at 10:00am
