Darrel Lahrmer

Darrel Roger Lahrmer, 83, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina. Darrel was born on March 26, 1942 in Oak Hill, Ohio.

Darrel was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, serving on the USS Sheldrake from 1961-1965. He spent many years working as a pressman and in maintenance at Wallace Computer Service. Darrel was a man of simple pleasures. He had a notorious sweet tooth, often indulging in his favorite treats, Little Debbie cakes. He loved listening to his favorite old classic country and bluegrass music, gardening and hosting family gatherings with Willie, cheering for his favorite NASCAR drivers and eating out with Ruby. Darrel had a knack for seeking out treasures at flea markets and antique shops, always on the hunt for the next big find. He filled his home with cherished pieces that told stories of their own. Darrel loved to read and always read the newspaper front to back. His greatest love was gathering with his family.

Darrel is survived by his loving daughter, Beverly (Kenny) Corn; son, Danny (Sunni) Smart; grandchildren, Makensi Corn, Amanda (Eric) Nalley and Seth (Katie) Smart; great grandchildren, Destiny Huffman, Hunter (Kiley) Nalley, Kaleb Nalley, Koe Smart and Leland Smart; three great great grandchildren and his companion of 22 years, Ruby Bowman Lahrmer.

Darrel was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Rosa Lahrmer; his beloved wife of 37 years, Willie Mae Lahrmer; daughters, Julie Ann Lahrmer and Janis Martin; grandson, Brandon Huffman; siblings, Virgil, Garnet, Ruth, Thelma, Foster, Arnold, Marilyn, Estel, Doris, Morris, Carol and Mary.

Darrel will be missed dearly. All that were blessed to know him, will cherish the moments shared and remember him with smiles and laughter.

Friends and family are invited to join us for a celebration of Darrel's life, which will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia, North Carolina. The family will receive friends and family, one hour prior to the service. He will be laid to rest at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

We will come together to remember the good times, share stories and honor a man who brought joy to those around him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the NRA or the American Legion.