Ryegate, VT -- Steven L Darling, Sr. passed away on June 8, 2018 at 1:15am due to ongoing medical conditions at his home in Ryegate, VT surrounded by close family. Steve was born November 10, 1959 in Hanover, NH. Steve was predeceased by his mother Madeline Darling of Ryegate, VT, father Pearly Darling of Groton, VT., brother Ronald Darling of East Bethel, VT, and nephew Ronald Darling Jr. of East Bethel,VT. Steve is survived by his wife of 26 years Brenda J. Darling of Ryegate Corner, VT. He left behind his son Steven Darling and wife Daisy Darling their three children, Gabriella, Leon, and Madalynn of Lisbon,NH. His son Christopher Darling and wife Jessica Daring their son Ethan of Woodsville, NH, and Gregory Cole of Randolph, VT, and daughter Crystal Darling and children Ollie and Jack of Ryegate, VT.  Steven also left behind a caring sister Vickie Darling of Bethel, VT and brother Richard Darling of Albany, NY and many in-laws, cousins, and extended family. Steve loved his children, grandchildren, fishing, hunting, and spending time with friends. There will be no calling hours. There will be a pot luck remembrance of life on July 21st at 1 pm at Harvey's Lake in Barnet,VT for all to attend. Please notify Steven at 603.393.0437 if you would like to attend.