Daryl attended Maysville High School, graduating in 1948, before continuing his education at the University of Missouri. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Berry, on December 27, 1953, in Maysville, Missouri where he worked in farming. Daryl served his country in the United States Army as a Corporal in the Korean War, specifically during the Battle of Pork Chop Hill. Daryl and his wife then relocated to Colorado in 1966. While in Colorado, Daryl worked in agricultural chemical sales, real estate, painting, and most notably as the President and Financial Officer of Willows Child Learning Centers, which he was instrumental in establishing. Daryl was ethical, joyous, giving, and truly blessed.
Daryl loved woodworking, camping, hiking, and anything outdoors, including birds, nature, and wildlife. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church in Parker, Colorado. Daryl was slow to anger, quick to forgive, and lived his life with style, grace, and love. He will be truly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Daryl is survived by his wife, Marilyn Bivens of Parker; his two children, Janice (Steve) Spencer of Centennial and Paul (Maria) Bivens of Castle Pines; his grandchildren, Janea (Brendan) Lynch of Aurora, Elisa (Stephen) Campbell of Denver, Amanda (Greg) Widgery of Broomfield, Julie (John) Kettelson of Wray, and Courtney Bivens of Castle Pines; his great-grandchildren, Lillian and Sophia Lynch, Thomas, Calvin, and Olivia Campbell, Brock Widgery, and Vivienne and Knox Kettelson; and many other family members and friends.
A Funeral Service will be held in Daryl's honor on Friday, November 30, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery, 6601 S Colorado Blvd, Centennial, Colorado 80121. Daryl will be laid to rest at Olinger Chapel Hill Cemetery, the same day. The family invites guests to a Celebration of Life Reception at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary, following the graveside service.
Donations may be made in memory of Daryl to the Wounded Warrior Foundation.
