Darrin Lane Regier, 61, passed away October 27, 2026. He was born May 18, 1965, in Hutchinson to Darrel and Judith (Parks) Regier.

Darrin graduated from Buhler High School. He took classes at Sam Houston University in Huntsville, Texas.

Darrin was a man who dedicated his life to bringing joy to others and making a difference in the lives of those around him. He started the Kansas Wiz Kids which was a youth competitive traveling team in the 90s to get youth involved and share their talents. After entering the mascot business, he created the beloved Kirby and Dazzler Show sharing laughter, smiles, and unforgettable memories with countless people. He devoted 32 years of his life to working for the YMCA where his passion for helping others and making a positive impact in his community truly shined. Outside of his work, Darrin loved taking cruises where he especially enjoyed people watching, meeting new people, and making connections along the way. Above all, his greatest love was his family. He cherished the time spent with those closest to him. His love for them was at the heart of everything he did. Darrin’s kindness, humor, generosity, and the joy he brought to so many lives will be remembered always.

He is survived by his: daughter, Caley (Dane) Sanchez of Wichita; parents; Darrel and Judith Regier of Hutchinson; brother, Rick (Sharon) Regier of Buhler; grandchildren, Marcel, Olivia and Millie Sanchez; nephew, Colton (Annie) Regier; niece Ashley (Garrett) Ediger; and great-niece, June Ediger.

Darrin was preceded in death by his grandson, Mateo Sanchez.

Celebration of Life will be Saturday November 7, 2026, at 3:00 pm in the Elliott Chapel. The family requests that you dress casually as Darrin always did. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9am – 5 pm until the time of the service.

Click here to watch Darrin's Celebration of Life service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either The Ronald McDonald House- Kansas City or the Greater Wichita YMCA- McPherson branch in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.