Trice Funeral Home, Inc. | Fuquay-Varina, NC

Obituary For Darius A. Mickens

Darius Antawne Mickens was born to Daryl and Hilda Primus Mickens on February 5, 1982.

Darius attended Fuquay-Varina, NC but obtained his GED from Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, NC. Later in life, he attended Roadmasters Trucking School and become a professional commercial truck driver.

Darius could easily be known as the life of the party, he loved to dance, crack jokes and make others laugh. Darius was kind, loving and could make friends anywhere he went. Even, as his health began to decline, he still loved to crack jokes and made sure those around him were taken care of.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023, Darius departed from his earthly home. He passed away at Duke University Hospital located in Durham, NC. And was proceeded in death by his maternal grandfather and grandmother, Frank and Thema McKoy, and his paternal grandfather and grandmother, Elijah and Ruby Mickens and two uncles, Antonio Primus and Dexter Mickens.

Darius leaves to cherish his memories: his partner Ava, his daughters Harley, Audrianna and Abigail. His mother Hilda Staten, stepfather Daniel Staten, brother Kenatha (Sabrina) Primus, and sister Danielle (Brandon) Porchea. His father Daryl Mickens, stepmother Phyllis Mickens and sister Shaudrika Morgan. Two Nephews: Elliott Primus and Brendan Porchea, and two nieces: Ella Primus and Brielle Porchea and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Viewing: 4:00 - 6:00 pm Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Funeral will be held at 12:00 pm Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Redeemed Apostolic Church, 1480 Purfoy Road in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Guest Book

I'm sorry for your loss sending our love and prayers to the family at this time. Darius will be missed truly always a great spirit to be around. ~Eboni Rhodes

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My condolences to the family. May God continue to strengthen you all. 🌹🌷💐💐Ms. Deloris Porchea

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My condolences to the family. Praying that God give strength to each of you.

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Joy and family, Peace to you and your family. Taura Simmons and Tiffany Bargeman

- Tiffany Bargeman

Sending Our love ,thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences to the Staten and Mickens family. Pauline Kyle and Shawn Stewart

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Sending my condolences, love & prayers to the family & the friends of Darius. May God bring you all peace & comfort your hearts in the coming days ahead. With Sympathy & Love cousin Tonya Wilson

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Jennie Spears Allen and Family

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Continous Prayers for Darius's Family and Friends Eternal Rest Darius

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My condolences & prayers that God keep you during this time! Love you!-Denika Rhodes & Family

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We will continue to keep you in our prayers. Lequinn & Monique Norris-Harris Family

- Monique Norris

my prayers and condolences to the family

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Our condolences to the Staten and Mickens families in your time of bereavement, you are in our prayers. Elder Edward Lucas and family

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❤️❤️❤️❤️ Aunt Wyvette

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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