Obituary of Darren Douglas Hetherington

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Darren Douglas Hetherington, of Fredericton, New Brunswick announces his sudden passing on November 4, 2024, at the Dr. Everette Chalmers Régional Hospital. Born on February 15, 1966 in Moncton, New Brunswick he was the son of the late Helen (Rankine) Hetherington and Gerald and Barb Hetherington.

Darren is survived by his daughters Karlee Hetherington (Perry) and Katie Powell (Jeff); sons Shawn LeBlanc (Kayla) and Kaleb Hetherington; granddaughter Haley-Jane Leblanc; sisters Diana Hetherington (Suzanne) and Robin Hetherington (Wayne); brother Robert Hetherington (late Misty); stepbrother Mike Pontbriand (Janice); stepsister Bonnie Fraser (Jeff); and nieces and nephews.

Darren was a very quiet guy but with a really big heart who lived a very simple life.  He would and has literally given everything to someone because they needed it. He was a lover of all things Harley, his family and the sweet little Haley-Jane his granddaughter. And let’s not forget bacon. It could be plain old bacon, bacon sannie, bacon wrapped anything….. everything and anything to do with bacon.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive, Fredericton, where Darren’s family will welcome guests to Celebrate his Life on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 2-4 pm. Remembrances can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com.