Darryl Ben Hittle, 74, of Barnesville, Ohio, died Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Astoria Place, Barnesville, Ohio. He was born August 8, 1941 in Colburn, Colorado, son of the late Benjamin Hittle and Della Mesta Hittle. A loving and caring person, Darryl loved animals, enjoyed sports, especially the Ohio State Buckeyes. He was a member of the Kirkwood Masonic Lodge 446. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Barnhart Hittle and step-daughter, Kathy Barnhart. Darryl is survived by his wife of 21 years, Darlene S. Hittle of Barnesville, Ohio and step-daughter, Linda Grear. Family and friends are welcome to visit, Friday from 4 to 7 p.m., Kelly Kemp Braido Patron Funeral Homes & Crematory, 702 E. Main Street, Barnesville, Ohio, where the service for Darryl will be conducted, Saturday at 10 a.m. Reverend Gene Miler officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Hopedale, Ohio. A Masonic Service will be conducted Friday at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to: Belmont County Animal Shelter, 45244National Road, W., St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950. Those wishing to share a fond memory or their condolences, please visit: