Darla June Jaimez

Darla June Jaimez, 69, passed away on August 1, 2025, at Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, Kansas. She was born on May 27, 1956, in Topeka, the daughter of Alvin Harris, Jr. and Darlene Marie Allen.

Darla was a graduate of Topeka High School and later continued her education at Washburn University. She was a woman who lived life with joy, faith, and a deep love for her family. A devoted Catholic, she was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Darla shared many happy years with her partner in life and “partner in crime,” Ray Hernandez. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren, Kyzik, Bodhi, and Wylee Britain, and was incredibly proud of the people they are becoming. She cherished her family above all else and held close the special memory of being by her daughter’s side when she became a mother herself.

She loved reading mystery and romance novels, making treasured memories with Ray, and being present for those she loved. Darla’s warmth, laughter, and devotion to her family and friends will be remembered by all who knew her.

Darla is survived by her significant other, Ray Hernandez; her daughter, Mary Elizabeth Concepcion Britain (Shane); her grandchildren, Kyzik, Bodhi, and Wylee Britain; her brother, Steve Lynch; and her nephews, who were more like sons to her: Terry, Dustin, and Jason Lynch. She also leaves behind many godchildren who held a special place in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Darlene Harris.

Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Visitation will be held from 5:00–7:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home.A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, August 13, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at Rossville Cemetery in Rossville, Kansas.

Memorial contributions can be made in Darla's memory to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home to offset

Memorial contributions may be made in Darla's memory to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home to offset funeral expenses or to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Contributions can be left or mailed to the funeral home.

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Arrangements entrusted to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603.