Darrell Dean Listen

September 23, 1947 - January 17, 2021

Darrell Dean Listen, 73, of Edmond, OK, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family, Sunday night, January 17, 2021. Darrell was the youngest of 8 children, born to Carl & Doris Listen, and raised on the family farm at SE 15th & Bryant in Edmond, OK. His early years were spent helping with family chores, milking cows & plowing many fields. Darrell was a graduate of Edmond Memorial High School, class of 1965. Following high school, Darrell joined the US Air Force in 1966. He was stationed at Clinton Sherman AFB in Oklahoma, with Eighth Air Force. He was honorably discharged in 1970 with rank of SGT. Following his time in the military, Darrell moved to the Denver, CO area, where he was the owner/operator of “Floor Styles” carpet and tile co., which he ran for 35 years. In 1986, he moved back to Edmond to be closer to family. Darrell enjoyed cars, motorcycles, and the Rocky Mountains. He loved riding alone or with his motorcycle club and fishing trips with friends in Canada. In passing, Darrell is survived by his sister, Dorothy (Bob) Loveless; Brother, Wayne Listen; Brother, Herbert (Wilma) Listen; and Sister-In-Law, Carrie Listen, along with many other nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He is preceded in passing by his parents Carl & Doris Listen; Sister, Norma (James) Daniels; Brother, Louis (Margaret) Listen; Brother, Vernon Listen; Brother, Wesley Listen; and Sister-In-Law, Betty Listen. A memorial service will be held to remember and celebrate Darrell's life on Friday, January 22, 2021 at 2:30PM at Crawford Family Funeral Service in Edmond, OK. A time for visitation and light refreshments will be held prior to services, at 2:00PM. Burial will take place following services at Memorial Park Cemetery in Oklahoma City, OK. Military Honors will be presented by the United States Air Force. Services Friday will be made available via livestream here on Darrell's tribute page just prior to services beginning.