Name: Visitation for Darlene Hellmers Percy
Start: 2024-02-15T10:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-02-15T12:00:00.000Z
Location: Audubon Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Darlene Hellmers Percy, of Lacombe, Louisiana, passed away on February 2, 2024, at the age of 69. She was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, born on March 10, 1954, to her loving parents, the late Donald Jacob Hellmers and Lois Helfrich Hellmers. Darlene is the beloved wife of 50 years to William Percy Jr.; cherished mother of Taryn Terrell (Jonathan) and Katie Degruise (Trent); proud grandmother of Katelyn Coleman (Darius), Maegan Terrell, Makena Terrell, Jacob Terrell, Olivia Bilello, Conner Bilello, and Mary Grace Bilello; doting great-grandmother of Violet Coleman, Jet Coleman, Ivy Kate Coleman, and Colton Frank V; adored sister of Marlene Kleinschmidt (Dean) and Donald Hellmers Jr., sister-in-law to Roxie Rouchon (Al), Lissa Gaffney (David), and Mel Percy (Tori); and God Mother to Rhett Kleinschmidt (Kayna) and Morgan Kleinschmidt. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews and a host of extended family members and friends whom she loved dearly. Darlene graduated from John F. Kennedy High School and attended Southeastern Louisiana University. Her friendly demeanor and organizational skills were assets in her career as a secretary. Darlene began her professional career at Fontainebleau High School and later retired from Whispering Forest Elementary School. She was also a former member of the Slidell Camellia Club. Darlene's family and friends will remember her for her humor, kindness, and zest for life. She devoted most of her time to caring for those around her and spending time with her family and friends. Darlene will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Audubon Funeral Home in Slidell. A funeral service will begin in the chapel at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations made in Darlene's honor to The American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Darlene Percy

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8 Entries

Guido Nicaud

February 5, 2025

Such a beautiful lady. My memories of Darlene are filled with laughter and fondness. Our Highschool years were great. I know she will be greatly missed. I pray comfort and good memories for her family in their time of grief.

Guido Nicaud

February 29, 2024

So sad to hear this. Praying for Darlene's family for comfort. I have fond memories of her from Kennedy. We are but flowers in the field, here today and gone tomorrow. Darlene flowered beautifully in the field. May God continue to Bless her family and hold them in His grip.

Meghan Threlkeld

February 15, 2024

I´m really sorry for your loss of your wife. I´ll be praying for you and your family as you continue to find strength to keep your spirits alive. Every day is a struggle, but you have your family and friends and your previous staff and you have the first graduating class to help you get through this difficult time. I don´t know why this happened but I´m sure she´s going to be in good hands with God and hopefully you two love birds will find each other again. Your wife would want you to continue with your life. Even though she´s in heaven, she´s always going to be with you in spirit. I know you´re hurting right now, but we´ll get through this together because we love you . God might not have all the answers when it´s time for you to leave but she loved you and you have all of these special memories that will be with you forever. I´m so glad that you were my principal when I was a senior.

Losing a loved one is never easy. I´ll do what I can to help you with this difficult time.

Meghan Threlkeld

Curtis Harrison

February 14, 2024

Mr. Percy, our prayers go out to you and your family during this time. My mom, Claudia, spoke so highly of Mrs. Percy and the impact that she had on Whispering Forest Elementary. May God give you His peace and comfort you in the days ahead.

Becky LeBlanc Durocher

February 14, 2024

Taryn, JT, Katelyn Maegan, Makena, Jacob, Olivia, Conner, Mr. Percy and Family,
Praying for peace and understanding for your family. Ms. Darlene is home now but she lives on in each of you and the watermark that your life makes. Grateful to have met her at Katelyn and Darius' wedding and to love so many of her grandchildren.
Becky LeBlanc Durocher

Niles A Hellmers

February 11, 2024

Very sorry to hear of Darlene´s passing. She leaves behind a legacy of loving friends.

Regina Redmond

February 10, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

With Heartfelt Sympathy and Love,

Regina Redmond

Mary Ann Haynie

February 10, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

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