Richard Tom Darling, 41, Nappanee, passed away, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, at his residence.

He was born May 29, 1978, in South Bend to Gerald Richard and Nancy (Beringer) Darling, JR.  He had lived in the South Bend/Nappanee area. He loved to read, write, and loved sports, especially Notre Dame, Cubs and Bears.

He is survived by a daughter, Kierstan Darling, Nappanee; son, Jordan Edwards, South Bend; mother, Nancy (George) Darling-Balok, South Bend; father, Gerald Richard Darling, Jr., Nappanee; brother, Jonathan Darling, Nappanee; and a sister, Bethann Darling, Elkhart.

There will be a graveside service at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 17, at South Union Cemetery.  Pastor Calvin Yoder will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to the funeral home to help cover funeral expenses.

Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.