Darrian N. Herren

Darrian N. Herren, 87, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at CarePartners Solace Center.

Mr. Herren was born January 26, 1936, in Asheville to the late James B. “Jack” and Judith Saunders Herren. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1954 – 1958, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. He retired from Champion Paper Company in January 1995.

He loved his wife, his family, trout fishing, surf fishing at the Outer Banks, his pets, his pipe and his bourbon. He accepted everyone and loved to talk to people. Willie Nelson was his favorite artist.

Mr. Herren is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley Ann Williams Herren; son, Shannon Herren (Julie); daughter, Michelle Anderson (Andy), grandchildren, Matthew Anderson (Salita), Kayla Anderson Hall (Clay), Andrew Anderson (Julia), Grant Herren, Tyler Davis and Olivia Davis, great grand children, Rockie, Atmos and Hayes.

At his request, no services will be held at this time. There will be a drop in remembrance of his life held on July 22, 2023, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the home of Shannon and Julie Herren.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Asheville Humane Society.