Darren Robert Jahnke, age 47, of St Paul, MN passed away Sunday, April 16, 2017. He was born on July 13, 1969 in Wausau, WI and adopted by Robert and Ann (Hove) Jahnke. He was a graduate of Ellsworth High School. He worked as a baker and later in construction and took great pride in his work.

Darren was a wonderful son and brother. He loved to fish and hunt. Darren had a wonderful heart, and was very compassionate and sentimental. He placed his faith in Jesus as a born-again Christian.

He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Jahnke.

Darren is survived by his loving mother, Ann Jahnke; many cousins, aunts and uncles; brother Mark Jahnke; sister, Jenny (Jason) Vance; nieces Isabel, Adalade, Ellenor; and nephew, Allen.