Darrel was a graduate of Englewood Christian Academy in 1980. He traveled with Blue Ridge Baptist Church on Missions to Haiti and returned several times thereafter. He attended ministry school at Global University. He pastored multiple churches including Trinity Christian Center, Gospel Tabernacle, and Shiloh Fellowship. Darrel enjoyed his Facebook ministry and was known as “Pastor D of KC”.
On February 14th, 1987 Darrel was united in marriage to the love of his life, Deborah Jo Douglas, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He loved to fish and hunt, research family genealogy, and study scripture. He also loved sharing his birthday with his daughter, Abey.
Darrel preceded in death by his parents Harry and Janie Douglas (Pennel), wife Debby, and step-daughter Gina Lee Hayes.
Darrel is survived by 4 sisters: Roberta McConnell, Rebecca Rowland, Ramona Renfro, and Rhonda Douglass. Darrel is survived by his and Debby’s daughter, Abey Jo Douglass with grandchild Taylor Jo. He is also survived by his son Daniel Thomas Minnerick and wife Liz. His daughter Rachel Elizabeth Russell with grandchildren Rylei, Carter, and Piper. His step-son Jesse David Hayes and wife Tabitha with grandchildren Sophia and Isabelle. His step-daughter Jody Marie Hayes with grandchildren Tucker Spears and Emma Lee Hayes.
A Graveside Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Missouri.
