Home Going Service

Celebrating the Life of

Darian Rasheed Larkin

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July 20, 1978                  June 21, 2025

Darian Rasheed Larkin was born on July 20, 1978 in Newark, New Jersey to Wendy C. Brown and James A. Larkin. Darian departed this earthly journey on Saturday, June 21, 2025

During his early years, Darian resided in Newark, East Orange and Orange, New Jersey.  He attended Newark, East Orange and Orange Public Schools and eventually received his High School diploma later in life. In his early years, Darian enjoyed being with his brothers Aaron, Jamar and his cousins Bayyan, Kenneth, Tykier and his brother/friend Alan. As a teen Darian enjoyed working alongside his uncle Raymond teaching him landscaping work and spending weekends at his Aunt Valerie's house. Darian worked for Sport's Authority sporting goods store as a manager for many years.

On September 14, 2014 Darian married the love of his life Lizabeth R. Ramoo. From this union, they had two children, Aariyana and Aalyssa Larkin. Not long after they were married, relocated to Clermont, Florida where Darian worked as a security officer for a few years. On February 23, 2017 Darian graduated from Valencia College, School of Public Safety Criminal Justice Institute. His dream of becoming a police officer was cut short due to a back injury. Instead he became a first responder as a security branch supervisor.  Soon afterwards Darian obtained his Real Estate License. He recently worked as a remodel project coach for Walmart. He was always improving himself for his family.

Darian was filled with joy and always had a positive attitude. He would brighten any room with laughter and happiness. He had a way of making anyone who comes into his home comfortable, even though he was a bit shy. Once you got to know him, he became someone who was easily loved. Darian had many talents. He loved being a father to his beautiful daughters cooking, painting, drawing, and making music. He was also a fan of the New York Yankees.

Darian is preceded in death by his Grandmother Pearline Larkin and his Grandfathers Charles Larkin Sr. and Ralph Pitt. Darian leaves many behind to cherish his memories; wife; Lizabeth Larkin. Daughters; Aariyana and Aalyssa. Mother; Wendy Brown. Father; James Larkin. Four Brothers; Aaron, Jamar, Jaquon (wife Phoebe) and James Jr. Sisters; Ashley, Amie and Traci. Nieces; Jasmine, Makayla, Estelle, Halee, Peyton, Riley, Amesha, Isyss, and Armynii. Nephews; Quincy and Zy. Grandmother; Martha Brown. And a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 3, 2025, 1pm, at Family Christian Center in Clermont.  Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Groveland. The family will have a repast at the church immediately following the graveside interment  The family will receive friends Thursday from 11am until 12pm at Becker Funeral Home.