James F.

Darrell

James F. Darrell, of East Hampton, passed away on January 9, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1945, in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, and was raised by his parents, George Darrell and Amelia Smith Dallas. He was the fifth of eight siblings.

James attended St. Johnsbury Trade School until his mother remarried and the family relocated to East Hampton in 1963. He graduated from East Hampton High School in 1964. It was there that he met Diana, his beloved wife and lifelong partner.

James worked at DiSunno Motors in Amagansett from 1966 until its closure in 1981. He then began a long and dedicated career with Pulver Gas, where he served as a serviceman and later as plant manager. He remained with Pulver Gas until his retirement in 2011.

Known affectionately as Jim or Jimmy, James was deeply respected and loved throughout the East Hampton community for his generosity and service. He served as a Cub Scout Master for Pack 426 for more than six years and was an active member and Trustee of the East Hampton Methodist Church for over 55 years. Following his retirement, he volunteered as a food delivery driver for East Hampton Meals on Wheels.

James had a true passion for working with his hands. He loved building and creating, leaving behind countless handmade bird feeders and whimsical propane tank animals that can still be found throughout East Hampton and beyond—lasting reminders of his creativity and joy.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Diana; his son Todd and daughter-in-law Loretta of Franklin Square, NY; his son Trevor and daughter-in-law Cynthia of East Hampton; and his four cherished grandchildren, Tyler, Will, Kaylee, and Ryan, who brought him immense happiness. He is also survived by his sister, Rachel Schellinger of Sarasota, Florida.

James was predeceased by his son James, and by six siblings: Lawrence Darrell of Terryville, CT; Laura Benner of Sarasota, FL; Jeannette Ferrara of Ewa Beach, HI; Robert Darrell of Decatur, AL; Wanda Darrell Mott of Tularosa, NM; and Wayne Darrell of Anchorage, AK.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in James's name to the East Hampton Methodist Church, 35 Pantigo Road, East Hampton, New York 11937—an organization to which he devoted much of his life and service