Darlene A. Reimann
1943-2024
Darlene A. Reimann, 81, of Medford, town of Browning, died Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family and while under the care of Hope Hospice. She was born Nov. 21, 1943 in Waunakee to Cecil and Muriel (Goodell) Jenkins. She was raised in Enterprise and graduated from Elcho High School in 1961.
On May 1, 1962, Darlene married Tom Shereck. Together, they had two children, Lynda and Jim. Tom preceded her in death in 1979.
She resided in Milwaukee and worked for Graebel Van Lines. The company then transferred her to Creve Coeur, Missouri where she was the office manager for several years. While working at Graebel, Darlene found love again and on Sept. 5, 1985, she married Ryan Reimann. After they married, they were independent trucking contractors and worked side by side for their entire marriage, traveling to all 48 contiguous states. They resided in Medford where they’ve been since their marriage. They lived in the country where Darlene enjoyed watching the birds and other wildlife in their “backyard zoo.” She also enjoyed riding her four-wheeler through the woods and tending to her flower gardens.
She is survived by her husband, Ryan of Medford; daughter, Lynda (Ken) Scolaro; son, Jim (Kim) Shereck; brothers, Alan (Lynda) Jenkins, David (Becky) Jenkins; sisters, Bette (John) Hoffman, Barb Elliott, Sally (Jeff) Towne, Tina (Vern) Sneller; sister-in-law, Jayne (Jim) Sauer; brother-in-law, Allyn (Sarah) Reimann; grandchildren, Johanna, Jennifer, Samantha, Tyler (Hayden) Tommy, and Tiffany; great-grandchildren, Ava, Lucas and Emma; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; stepmother, Edith Jenkins; brothers, Roger, Jim, and Cecil Jr.; sisters, Mary and Louise; and brother-in-law, DuWayne Elliott.
Darlene’s sister, Elaine Yungerman passed away on Jan. 16, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home in Medford. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery II, Medford. Following the interment, a celebration of Darlene’s life will be held at BS Bar, W4782 Hwy. 64, Medford. Please join the family for a meal and fellowship.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may go to Hope Hospice.
Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family.
Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online.
Paid Obituary 166937
