Darla Denise McNamara, 60, Lamar, Missouri, passed away Sunday morning, August 14, 2022 at her home. Darla was born December 9, 1961 in Hayti, Missouri, the daughter of Robert C. Welch and Loretta (Estes) Welch. She was a 1980 graduate of Lilbourn High School, Lilbourn, Missouri. She worked in the deli at Walmart. Darla loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her mother, Loretta Welch, Lamar, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Genevieve Welch, Liberal, Missouri; a nephew, Quinton Scott (Caitlyn), Carl Junction, Missouri; nieces, Ashton Welch, Lamar, Missouri, and Payton Welch, Liberal, Missouri; a great-niece, Kora Noel, Lamar, Missouri; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert C. Welch; a daughter, Kendra McNamara; and a brother, Rob C. Welch II.

Graveside services will be held 10 am, Thursday, August 18, 2022 at Park Cemetery, Carthage. The family will receive friends from 5-7 pm, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. Memorial gifts are suggested to American Cancer Society in care of Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.