Michelle Lail Darr, 54, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer.

Michelle was born on January 19, 1971, in Iredell County, N.C., to loving parents, Michael Lail and the late Sharen Lail. A proud graduate of South Iredell High School, Michelle furthered her education with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the Presbyterian School of Nursing.

As Vice President of Operations at The Care Group, she exemplified leadership and compassion, touching countless lives through her work. Her colleagues and friends will remember her as a beacon of strength and kindness, always willing to lend a helping hand or share a warm smile.

Michelle found joy in the simplicity and beauty of the outdoors. She was an avid gardener and loved tending to her flowers. She also loved spending time relaxing at the beach. She was talented in the kitchen, where she delighted in baking and cooking for family and friends. She loved to decorate her home. It was always welcoming and beautifully decorated for each season. She was of the Baptist faith, which guided her throughout her life.

Most of all, she loved being a mom and cherished spending time with her family. She is survived by two sons, Jacob (Lexi) Darr and Thomas Aaron Darr (Sincere Robinson); daughter Kacey Darr; father, Michael Lail; and four precious fur babies, her kitties, Honey, Pete, Bill, and Luther.

Her spirit will live on in the hearts of those she loved and she will never be forgotten.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Nicholson Funeral Home. A funeral service celebrating her life will follow and begin at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Nicholson Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Jeff Spry officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Oakwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Rd. Statesville, NC 28677 or online, by clicking here.

Nicholson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Michelle Darr.