Darrell John Strong was a devoted father, brother, grandfather, husband, and friend. A man of remarkable complexity, there was nothing he couldn’t achieve. He instilled in his children the values of hard work, integrity, and compassion.
Above all, Darrell cherished his wife, Vicki, more than anything in the world.
From Waverly, Nebraska, Darrell served proudly as a Green Beret in the United States Army. After honoring his country with his selfless service, he met Vicki and established their family in York, Nebraska, where he opened The Loft Disco, bringing joy and excitement to the community. He was a dedicated coach to his children in various sports, making a lasting impact in their lives and within the community.
Later, Darrell and Vicki moved to Colorado, where they founded the Golden Ghost Gallery, showcasing his exceptional talent for crafting custom jewelry. They thrived in Estes Park, which they lovingly referred to as their little slice of heaven. In death, Darrell is welcomed by his beloved wife Vicki, his daughter Anni, his grandson Keith, and his brother Mose.
He is survived by his brother and sisters, Hilda, Alana, and Clayton, as well as his children: Anthony Dean Strong, Christine Strong Bleacher, Tony Strong, and Angela Strong Butler. Darrell was blessed with thirteen grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. His family
deeply loved him and will miss him immensely. He will forever remain their hero. No services are scheduled currently.