Darlene Freda Switzer (nee Mailman)
On September 24th, 2026 we lost our beloved Darlene Switzer (nee Mailman), age 66 after a short battle with cancer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital. Darlene leaves behind her beloved husband Douglas (Doug), 3 children, Lindsay (Scott), Kristyn and Kaitlin (Adam). Her grandchildren Madison, Tyler, Brianna, Colton, Declan, Rylie, Keira, and Summer. Her mother Freda Dooley (Mailman), pre-deceased father Gordon (Bill) Mailman, pre-deceased step father Lambert (Lum) Dooley, siblings Eric (Mimi), Brian, her nieces and nephew.
Darlene worked for the Queensway Carleton Hospital in food services where she later retired. She enjoyed her summers up at the family's trailer at McGowan Lake Campground. Darlene will be missed by her friends and family.
A heartfelt thank you to the staff at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, especially the C4 staff, for their compassionate care, kindness and support.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. A celebration of life to be announced on a later time.
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