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Darius passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at Gordon Memorial Hospital. He was born on April 19, 1944 in Boise City, OK to parents Charley and Wauneta Maltbie. Darius grew up in Boise City and graduated from Boise City High School in 1962. 

Darius served in the U.S. Army and was always very proud of his service to his country. He was devoted to his local Legion and Legion brothers to his very last day. Darius was an Honor Graduate of the U.S. Army Armor School in Fort Knox, KY. Upon a very honorable discharge from the Army, Darius had received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Expert Rifle recognition. Darius was deeply patriotic and loved his country. He served in umpteen positions over the years at the Gordon American Legion Post 34. There wasn't much he didn't help to take care of.  He was also the VA representative for the Hot Springs VAMC.  

Darius was always a very hard worker and spoke a harsh word to none. He was quiet and humble and would always be the first to lend a hand. A kinder soul you would not find. He was also a very attentive husband, father and grandfather. He loved his family and always put their needs before his own. He was a natural caregiver and did so without hesitation.

Darius was a handy man. He could fix darn near any engine and could always solve any problem that would come his way. He successfully owned and operated a small engine repair shop in Gordon for many years.

Darius is survived by wife of 41 years Sharon Maltbie of Gordon, NE; daughters Patty, Janet (Charles), Kristi, and Shelly; sons Dennis (Tami), Allen (Leah) and special son Ryan (Kathy); grandchildren George, Tiffany, Rebecca, Deryk, Emily, Keeley, Lauren, Alexander, Dennis, Hana, Mason, Kayla, Miles, Kira, and Ryker; great-grandchildren Airica, Zander, Mason, Dominic, Michael, Kaylani, Abbigail, Hailey, Alyssa, and Karsten; sister Linda (Ron) Hatch; sister-in-law Mary Maltbie; brother-in-law Dr. Charles (Valerie) Secora; and many friends and family from near and far. His faithful dog buddy Sam will be missing him likewise. 

He will be missed by all who knew him. Darius touched so many lives. He lived a life of service to others. That is a life very well lived.