Darlene Cervini was born December 3, 1960, to Daniel and Deluvina Castillo in Albuquerque, NM and passed away on October 22, 2026, in Rio Rancho, NM. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, Class of 1978.  She enjoyed going to Casinos, gambling and traveling.  She will be remembered with love by those who knew her and by the family who shared in her life. 

Darlene is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Andrew Cervini; her children, Enjoli Castillo and Adam Abeyta, and Samantha Jo Lovato; her sisters, Barbara Kloc, Stella Kloc, her sister Lita Castillo, and her niece Eleana Kloc. She was also a proud grandmother to Adam Abeyta, Katilena Valdez, Deluvina Valdez, Artemis Valdez, and Ariel Abeyta. In addition to her family, she is remembered by her precious pet, Molly, who was a cherished companion.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Deluvina Castillo, daughter, Shayna; and by her brothers Eppie Castillo, Danny Castillo, Gene Castillo, Rudy Castillo, and Jerry Castillo; and sister, Laura.

Services will begin with Recitation of the Rosary, 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 12, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.  Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Burial will follow from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.  A reception will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 118, 1500 Barbara Loop SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. 

Darlene’s memory will live on in the hearts of her husband, children, grandchildren, sisters, niece, and all who loved her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.