Darrell Burkeland

June 25, 1937 ~ September 26, 2024

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Darrel Burkeland, age 87 passed away at 4:45AM on September 26, 2025 at VNA Hospice in Vero Beach, Florida. He was born on June 25, 1937, to Elvie and Selina (Schroeder) Burkeland.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Elena Burkeland, by three children, ten grandchildren and ten grand grandchildren.
Darrel lived a wonderful, full and successful life and as he said a few months before his passing, “I have no regrets about anything. I have lived a full and rewarding life”.
Darrell spent four years in the Air Force and traveled all over the world, including visiting 48 states. He ran a successful carpet business in Madison, Wisconsin and built many homes and buildings in Fairfield, Iowa, according to the ancient principles of Vedic architecture. These homes nourish the occupants on many levels and as such, he helped enriched the lives of those that lived in them.
Darrel had many friends wherever he lived because of his warm personality, his willingness to help others out and his gracious and open nature. He will be missed by many. Please share your memories and submit tribute at:

https://www.vlm.cem.va.gov/DARRELLELVIEBURKELAND/a7c09c

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Condolence

Elena

September 27, 2024, 1:56 pm

The Funeral Service will be held at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery,5525 U.S. Hwy 1, MIMS, FL,32754 on October 15,2024 at 1 pm with burial to follow at the same location.

Lannette Cutrell

September 27, 2024, 3:19 pm

My dear brother you will be missed terribly. It heals my heart to know you are in a better place. I’m sure you have many up there to greet you. Just know I am here to support Elena whom I know is the love of your life. You will always be very special in my heart. Love you!

Doug and Francie Greenfield

September 27, 2024, 3:55 pm

Dear Elena,

We are so sorry for your loss. You and Darrell were perfect together in every way. Your hearts were united in love and devotion to one another. Your life was filled with growth, fun and adventure. His support and encouragement lead you to many new levels in your vocation and career. At the same time your support for him has sustained his life, year and after year. You brought a nourishing, sweet and fun quality to your lives together. Without a doubt you gave Darrell a very full and spiritual life.

At this time, we know you have an empty space in your heart. His love and memories will always be with you. We know that God will bless you over and over again and help you with this tender transformation. WIthout a doubt, Darrell is with you showering his love to you.

May you soon regain your strength and shine like you always have, radiating your Love, Joy and Laughter.

WIth tender love and sweet wishes at this time.

Doug and Francie Greenfield

Elena Jones

September 27, 2024, 4:18 pm

All our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult times, condolences to you and the wider family. RIP Darrell

Dana Sheffield

September 27, 2024, 8:53 pm

Elena,
My heart is full of mixed emotions. I have so many fun memories from Darrell hanging curtains in my office as a surprise for me to you bringing me desserts you both purchased. What a dear man. I know you are hurting but you are a strong woman, and you will flourish. God will give you everything you need to persevere. I am blessed to have both of you in my life. Darrell will be missed. Our loss of him on earth is a gift to heaven. Love you.

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