Clarence Darden Jr.

May 21, 1932 - March 13, 2020

Clarence Darden Jr. (aka Dadad) was born on May 21, 1932, in Lambert, Mississippi. His passing was on March 13, 2020. Clarence was born to the Rev. Clarence Darden Sr. (Father) and Ella Ben Darden (Mother). He had three sisters by the name of Jimmie Lee Darden, Emma Darden, Alice Darden, and two brothers named Frank Darden and Samuel Darden. Clarence moved to Michigan in 1938 and his schooling in Romulus School District where he met and married Clara Darden (wife) in November of 1955. Clarence worked at Ford Motor Company, then went over to the Wolverine Company until he retired on April 4, 2000. He also volunteered at the V.F.W (2004-2020) for many years and was passionate about affecting the most positive change in people. Private First-Class Darden served his country as an enlisted soldier in the division of the United States Army for three years. Clarence is survived by three children: Michael K. Darden Sr., his wife (Valerie Darden), Dennis Darden Washington, his wife (Terri Darden Washington), and Keith Bullard and his wife (Mildred Bullard). He also had eleven grandchildren, many great-grandchildren. Clarence enjoyed being around his family and friends. He would sometimes go out of his way to make a phone call (a short call) or go see about that person in need. He also enjoyed watching his cowboy movies, playing cards/games, etc. and spending time with his great-grandchildren. Clarence Darden will be greatly missed and one day we shall see each other again!!