Thomas S. Darlington, Age 75, passed away February 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.  Beloved husband of Linda (nee Raether). Devoted father of Pamela (Allan) White and Amy (Randall) Barich.  Loving and proud grandfather of Mollie, Cole, Adam, Ryan and Lily.  Dearest son of the late Gladys and Thomas Darlington, Sr. and cherished brother of the late Nancy Johnson.  He was a longtime resident of Park Ridge, attending Roosevelt Elementary, Lincoln Jr. High School and Maine Township High School.  He was a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Tom was lucky to find the love of his life in Linda, who he married in 1963. Together they shared a life full of family, friends and love.  A memorial gathering will be held Wednesday, February 24 at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge from 4 to 8 p.m.  Interment private. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. For info contact 847-685-1002 – www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.