Daren Dean Short passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2025, at the age of 59, leaving behind a family and community heartbroken by his sudden loss. His passing came as a shock to all who knew him, as Daren was a steady presence someone whose reliability, warmth, and dedication defined both his personal life and his work.
While his time on earth was cut short, the impact he made through love, craftsmanship, and commitment will be remembered for years to come.
Above all else, Daren was a devoted family man. His children Alexandria, Brock, Ashley, and Shawna were the center of his world, and he took immense pride in each of them. He was a father who showed his love through actions as much as words, always willing to lend a hand, offer guidance, or simply be present when his family needed him.
His role as a grandfather brought him profound joy, and he cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren, creating memories filled with laughter, care, and quiet wisdom.
Professionally, Daren was known as a skilled finish carpenter whose work spoke for itself. His craftsmanship reflected patience, precision, and pride in doing things the right way. Colleagues and clients alike admired his strong work ethic and attention to detail, qualities that earned him both respect and trust.
Daren believed in honest work and took satisfaction in seeing a project completed with care and excellence. Many of the spaces he helped shape stand today as lasting reminders of his talent and dedication.
Those who knew Daren remember him as someone dependable and grounded, with a calm strength that made others feel secure. He was not one to seek recognition, yet his contributions both at work and within his family were deeply felt.
Whether through a thoughtful conversation, a helping hand, or the quiet pride he took in his craft, Daren left a meaningful impression on everyone he encountered.
A graveside service to honor Daren Dean Short’s life will be held on December 26, 2025, at Midland Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
This gathering will provide an opportunity for family, friends, and community members to come together in remembrance, to reflect on the life he lived, and to say farewell with respect and gratitude.
It will be a time not only of mourning, but also of honoring the values Daren stood for hard work, loyalty, and love for family.
As the Midland community mourns this loss, thoughts and prayers are with Daren’s children and grandchildren as they navigate life without him.
Though his absence leaves a deep void, his legacy lives on through the lives he shaped, the work he completed, and the love he gave so freely.
Daren Dean Short will be remembered not only for what he did, but for who he was—a devoted father, proud grandfather, skilled craftsman, and a man whose life truly mattered.
