Darrell Chandley 1943-2026

Darrell Landon Chandley, 83, Holton, died Friday, Oct. 23, 2026 at Anew Healthcare in Holton. He was born Sept. 4, 1943 in Topeka, the son of Mark Henry and Leona May (Carter) Chandley.

Mr. Chandley graduated from Topeka High School in 1962. He lived in California for more than 26 years, working as a welder and maintenance mechanic. He worked for 12 years at Fred G. Walter and Son in California.

He married Gloria Wylie. They later divorced. He married Deborah McKinley. They later divorced.

Survivors include a son, Mark S. Chandley (Donna), Warsaw, Mo.; a daughter, Leona R. Chandley, Topeka; a sister, Marian Webb, Topeka; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mark and Leona Chandley; a sister, Darlene Webster; and a brother, Donald Chandley.

Private family services will be held at a later date. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton is assisting the family.