Vicki Darlene Lytle

Vicki Darlene (Heiny) Lytle, 84 years old, of Kokomo, passed away 12:03 pm Friday March 6, 2026, at Bloom of Kokomo. She was born in Alexandria, IN, on February 22, 1942, the daughter of the late Edward J. and Lois Louise (Unger) Heiny. On July 20, 1959, she married Robert E. “Bulldog” Lytle, and he preceded her in death on February 27, 2011.

Vicki retired from Delco Electronics as an hourly shipping clerk. She was proud of the 30 years of service and hard work she dedicated. She will be remembered for her bubbly personality and loving her friends and family in a big way. Vicki took great pride in her appearance, never leaving the house without looking her absolute best. She was a faithful member of Judson Road Christian Church. She was dedicated to a Women’s Euchre Club for more than 40 years. Vicki had a tight knit relationship with her sisters and was so supportive in attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.

Vicki is survived by her children, Bradley D. (Carol) Lytle, Michelle (Bill Pierce) VanMeter, James (Monica) Lytle; sisters, Rita Hall, Connie (David) VanBibber; grandchildren, Brandi Lytle, Carsen (Kalie) Lytle, Jeff (Kristen) Butler, Keegan (Carlie) Lytle, Rob (Mandi) Butler, AJ (Kynzie) Metcalf; great-grandchildren, Emma Butler, Brady Butler, Abbie Butler, Bennet Butler, Maverick Metcalf; brother-in-law, Dusty (Joyce) Lytle; sister-in-law, Sally Stilwell.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters, Sondra (Bob) Reel, Sharon (Fred) Granson; brothers-in-law, Jack Hall, Bill (Marcia) Lytle, Doug (Anette) Lytle, Roger (Deanie) Lytle.

The family would like to thank the staff at Bloom Assisted Living and to AseraCare Hospice for the excellent care they gave Vicki.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10 am to Noon Friday March 13, 2026, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo, IN 46902. A memorial service celebrating Vicki’s life will begin Noon on Friday at the funeral home with Dr. Cary Green officiating. Private entombment will take place in Sunset Memory Garden. Contributions may be made in Vicki’s memory to the Howard County Special Olympics. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

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