Mildred L. (Altschu) Darby

MARCY – Mildred L. (Altschu) Darby passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the remarkable age of 102. Born in Manhattan on May 16, 1921, Mildred was the daughter of the late Walter and Amelia (Irving) Altschu. As a young girl, along with her family, they moved to Queens where she was raised and attended high school. On July 1, 1945, Mildred married Kephart Darby, whom she met at a rooftop dance at the “Y” in Manhattan. The couple shared in a loving union of nearly 44 years prior to Kephart's passing on June 12, 1989. At one time, Mildred held a position as a secretary in an attorney's office in Manhattan, a role she held with dedication and professionalism. Mildred devoted her entire life to her husband and children. As a young wife, she loved a night out with her husband. She relished her visits to Manhattan, especially to the Light Opera, fond of Gilbert and Sullivan. She was a lover of classic movies all her life. A proud American and very civically minded, Mildred always exercised her right to vote. She was also very sociable and a gifted conversationalist. Mildred's passions included cooking and an avid collection of cookbooks, and she always enjoyed a spectacular fireworks event. She especially loved her canine companions, Friskie and Boomer. Very devout, Mildred was proud when her and her husband became practicing Catholics. Mildred is survived by her daughters, Victoria Madden and her late husband David Madden, who passed away in February 1999, and Joan Darby. She cherished the memory of her son, Robert Darby, who passed away in 2010. She is additionally survived by her grandchildren, David Andrew Madden, Laura Madden-Morreale and her husband Matthew; Melanie O’Brien and Param Singh, and Michael Hayes; her great-grandchildren Asher, Arjan, and Anand O'Brien. Mildred fondly remembered her sister-in-law, Margaret Darby Hoegger, who preceded her. The family extends a special thanks to Dr. Phyllis Tompkins, a family friend who provided comfort, care, and support for Mildred. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South Street, corner of Hammond Ave. Mildred’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place in St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY at the convenience of the family.

Mildred L. (Altschu) Darby

May 16, 1921 - December 10, 2023