Mass of Christian Burial for Darlene Jandl, 87, of Marshall, will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 22, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a CCW Rosary at 5:00 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Horvath Remembrance Center. Visitation will continue on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Interment will follow the service at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The Horvath Funeral Service in Marshall is handling the arrangements.
Darlene Bernadette (St. Aubin) Jandl was born on January 21, 1939, in Tracy, to Philip and Antionette (Ouellette) St. Aubin. Darlene grew up on the family farm in Marshall with her siblings, Donna, Marvin, James, Mary Jane, and her uncle, Albert St. Aubin. She had a wonderful childhood getting into trouble with her sisters and brothers. She graduated from Marshall High School in 1956. Upon graduation, Darlene moved to Minneapolis. She then worked in Minneapolis for several years as Secretary, Executive Assistant. Darlene decided to move to Denver where she worked for a large vending machine distribution company and even threw a few ceramic pots. Seeking the ultimate adventure, Darlene moved to Maui, Hawaii with her friend, Eileen Mederios. While in Hawaii, Darlene started on the island of Oahu and worked as a secretary. She then moved to the island of Maui and worked at a large resort as a cocktail waitress. Darlene enjoyed her new friends and ocean along with the beach life for a few years. In 1969, seeking to be closer to home, Darlene moved back to Marshall and met her future husband, Jim Jandl, the evening after she returned. Darlene and Jim were married on May 3rd, 1973 and lived in Marshall. This active couple liked camping in their motorhome on their lake lot in Alexandria, entertaining their friends, and spending time with their beloved dog, Lady. Darlene and Jim celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary this past May. Darlene was a voracious reader – her various homes were filled with books, with the mystery genre being her favorite. At her last place of residence, Boulder Estates, Darlene kept the entire JD Robb mystery book collection in her apartment. Darlene also loved working. Anyone that worked for Darlene or for whom she worked, knew that Darlene was smart, witty, and financially astute. After getting married, Darlene worked at the Ramada Inn as the hotel manager. In 1976, Darlene, along with her sister, Donna, opened a retail store in the Marshall Square Mall called “The Lean To.” Lovingly managed by Darlene and Donna, “The Lean To” was more than a business, the employees quickly became Darlene’s extended family. After the store closed in the early 1980’s, she went to work as a paralegal for a local attorney. During this time, Darlene advocated for senior citizens by working as a guardian/conservator for people who were kinless. Darlene loved this work, and her fierce fighting spirit made her the perfect advocate for those who were truly alone at the end of their days. Darlene retired at the age of 65 from MCP/ADM. However, retirement was just not meant to be, as Darlene started her own bookkeeping business and finally retired at the age of 86! Sharp until the very end, Darlene was a shrewd businesswoman with an equally canny mind. Darlene’s faith formed the foundation of her life with her being a member of the Holy Redeemer Church in Marshall. Darlene also loved her family, flowers, interior design, sewing, cooking (amazing cookies!),being a caregiver, and exercising. Darlene’s homes were always impeccably decorated with scenes of nature, the colors brown and beige, her cherished egg collection, and lots of books.
Darlene died in hospice on September 15, 2026 at the age of 87. She is survived by her husband, Jim, sister, Mary Jane St. Aubin, brother- in- law, Bob Jandl ( Kris ) and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, Philip and Antoinette St. Aubin, and siblings, Donna Weidauer, Marvin St. Aubin, and Jim St. Aubin.
Darlene is now at peace (and probably getting into some kind of trouble) in her forever heavenly home. The family requests that memorials or donations be sent in Darlene’s name to Prairie Home Hospice or the American Cancer Society.
