Darla Ann Dodge, 57, of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Xenia, passed away Monday, March 29, 2021. She was born August 11, 1963, in Wilmington, Ohio, the daughter of Ancil (Sharon) Dodge and Janet Ellis Dodds. She was a 1981 graduate of Xenia High School, and 1985 graduate of Miami University, Oxford. She is survived by her parents, Ancil Dodge, and Janet Dodds, of Xenia, a brother, Darin (Theresa) Dodge, Waynesville, significant other Dwayne Kight, St. Petersburg, Florida, by nephew Aaron (Allison) Dodge and niece Maleigha (Jake) Hamilton, 4 great nephews, and by many close friends. She was preceded in death by her step-father Roger Dodds.  Darla was a fun, energetic, outspoken, and hilarious soul.  Public graveside services will be held at 11am, Saturday, April 10, in New Burlington Cemetery.  A lunch and memorial will follow at Ancil's Place of Roxanna. There was a memorial in St Petersburg, Florida, Saturday April 3, 2021.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Heart Associations in her memory. Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com .