Timothy Leon Darling

Timothy L. Darling
Ilion, New York

Timothy L. Darling, age 54, of South Fourth Avenue, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away on Monday evening, May 3, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. He had the love and support of his children at his bedside, when his passing occurred.

Tim was born on August 4, 1966 in Ilion, New York. He was the son of Carl Darling and Janet Johnson but was raised by his grandparents George and Dorothy Darling. He graduated from Ilion Jr/Sr High School in 1985. He was married to Cheryl March on May 21, 1988, with whom he shares three sons. He served as a Corrections Officer for New York State.

He is survived by his three boys; Ethan and his wife Ashley (Stephens) Darling, Josh Darling and his fiancé Brittney Florian and Aaron Darling. He leaves behind four grandchildren; Reagan Darling, Braxton Darling, MaKenna Darling and Haislee Darling. Also surviving are his sisters, Pat Darling, Kim Javitz and Tammy Darling, along with many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Passionate about many things, his interests including riding his Harley, boating and Go-Karting with his boys. He loved boating with his family and many friends on the St. Lawrence. From doing poker runs to parasailing, his happy place was on the river. If he wasn’t boating you would find him at the racetrack with Ethan, Josh and Aaron. He loved watching the boy’s race. He was there, helping them and coaching them every weekend.

Timothy and his family's care has been entrusted to Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5 (corner of Bidleman Road), Little Falls, 315-508-5131. A celebration of Tim's life will take place Friday, May 14th from 4pm-6pm at the funeral home with a service commencing at 6pm, at MVFC. Burial will be private.