Darlene Secret

Darlene Secret, age 88, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026. 

Darlene was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to Beatrice (Bligh) Spresser and Bernard James Spresser, both of whom predecease her. 

She was the beloved wife of Frank Thomas Secret, Sr. who preceded her in death. Together, Darlene and Frank shared a deep commitment to faith, family, and service. Darlene was a devoted member of Gospel Tabernacle of Baltimore and Edgewood Assembly of God. She and her husband were actively involved in many church ministries, including Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and outreach to the elderly, particularly through nursing home ministries such as Hart Heritage. 

Darlene was also preceded in death by her siblings: Raymond Spresser (brother), Shirley Marley (sister), and Bernard Spresser Jr. (brother). She is survived by her loving children: Terry Lynn Secret (daughter), James Bernard Secret (son), and Frank Thomas Secret, Jr. (son); her cherished grandchildren: Ryan James Secret, Nicholas Charles Secret, Jason Frank Secret, Katelyn Darlene Secret, Brandon Cruz Secret, and Lana Isabella Secret; and her brother, Gary Spresser. 

To Darlene, family was absolutely everything. Her entire world was centered around her children and grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and unconditionally. Darlene will be laid to rest privately by her children and grandchildren.