Darnell “Darnie” Erwin, beloved wife, mother, and mawmaw, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 73 at her home. She was a kind, loving, and generous woman. Throughout her life, Darnell was known for her love of the Great Smoky Mountains and her strength and unwavering support for her family.
She was a devoted wife to Don H. Erwin for 56 years, a nurturing mother to her children, Donna and Dean, and a loving mawmaw to her grandchildren, Katelynn, Colby, and Abby.
She is survived by her husband, Don H. Erwin; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Paul McLin; son, Dean Erwin; and grandchildren, Katelynn, Colby, and fiancé, Kylie, and Abby; two brothers, Mike Cotton Sr, and Ronnie Cotton. Also, there are many other family members and dear friends.
She was met in heaven by her father, S.E. Cotton; mother, Hazel Cotton; and brother, Rusty. What a glorious reunion.
Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Wednesday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A procession will lead to New Bethlehem Baptist Church with service starting at 12:30 p.m., led by Rev. Tim Pruitt. Burial will follow in New Bethlehem Baptist Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Paul McLin, Ross Moland, Kris Sibley, Brandon Ruff, Michael Cotton Jr, and Jacob Cotton. Honorary pallbearers will be Colby Erwin and Katelyn McLin.
Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
9 comments
Darlene House
June 10, 2025 at 8:05 pm
So so sorry for your families loss. Mrs Darniw was a very kind and caring lady. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Rest in Peace Sweet Lady.
Gina Griffin
June 10, 2025 at 1:42 pm
Darnell was one of a kind. I only worked with her for little over a year, but she made a lasting impression on me.
Carroll Corona
June 9, 2025 at 9:31 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Darnell from her days working at the Live Oak Supermarket and then the years she spent at Bernard’s Pharmacy. Undoubtedly one of the sweetest ladies I ever met. R. I. P. Darnell. You will be missed.
Debbie Wascom
June 9, 2025 at 3:04 pm
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs Darnell, she was a wonderful lady, she worked for many years in watson she always had a smile and so sweet and never met a stranger! Sending my condolences to all of you
Chad West
June 9, 2025 at 1:24 am
A great lady from a wonderful family. I remember many fond memories of her always happy and smiling. Prayers for the family.
Rhonda
June 8, 2025 at 10:04 pm
Rhonda & Michael Arnold, Where so sorry for ya’lls lose. Our prayers and hearts go out to ya’ll.
Stacy Wascom LeJeune
June 8, 2025 at 7:26 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Darnell was very loved by so many ans she was so sweet. I pray for peace and healing during this time of grief.
Marilynn Kent
June 8, 2025 at 5:09 pm
Nothing I can say will ease your pain but I am forever sorry for losing someone as special to you. I am sending prayers your way and hoping you know how much I care for each of you!
Love you Dean, Colby, Kylie and Abigail.
Tonya
June 8, 2025 at 5:07 pm
Donna and Dean,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweetheart. You all will be in my prayers.
Tonya Hoover Costa