Darrell J. Spires, 67, of Darwin, IL departed this life Friday, September 2, 2022 at his residence. He was born August 12, 1955 in San Pedro, CA to the late Raymond and Mary Spires. He married “Dee” Babcock on March 23, 1978 and she survives. Darrell will be greatly missed by his children; Joy (Brian) Ream of Puyallup, Washington and Jesse (Jana) Spires of Martinsville, IL; grandchildren; Jace, Adlynn and Cooper; sisters, Shirley Finzel of California, Carol (Paul) Roy of California and Barbara Flores of Virginia along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He held a special place in his heart for his cousins Norm and Bev and friends, Todd, Renda and “Tiny”. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping and working on model cars. Darrell was an avid Mopar fan and a loving husband, father, papa and friend who will be greatly missed. His family is following his wished to be cremated and has entrusted Pearce Funeral Home in Marshall with those arrangements. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.