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Darlene G. Nesthus

March 19, 1959 — July 15, 2025

Cottage Grove

Darlene G. (Kozlowski) Nesthus, age 66, from Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 after a battle with cancer. She was born on March 19, 1959 in Illinois to Paul and Eleanore (Ruszczak) Kozlowski.

Darlene worked at EDS/HP for 27 years and medically retired due to her MS diagnosis. She went on to live 30 years with her diagnosis, and she never let this get in the way of her kindness to all those she met. She loved road trips and going to car shows in any one of Rick’s classic cars.

Darlene is survived by her husband Rick; one son Kent Maichle; three grandchildren: Colt, Jack, and Wyatt; two sisters Beverly Hansen of IL and Joanne Frick of Madison, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Tom Kozlowski.

Darlene was Rick’s heart, his home, and his greatest love. Every day with her was a gift. She had a kindness that never waivered, a smile that could brighten the darkest moments, and a love that made life beautiful. He will miss her with every breath, but he will carry her with all he does.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

An Angel’s Hand

An angel whispered in my ear

Believe in me and have no fear,

Come with me and take my hand,

I will take you to another land.

A place of peace, a place of light,

Don’t be afraid, just hold on tight.

Your earth days are done but don’t be sad

Remember all the times you had;

Loved ones will join you, don’t despair,

You have many in Heaven waiting there.

Your body dies, your soul is free,

That’s why you get to fly with me.

Cress Funeral Service

1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

608-837-9054

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