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| Darleen Hakola Wilson 1942-2007 |
Darleen Mumford was born on June 11, 1942, in Portland to Ann and Gerald Mumford.
She graduated from Portland’s Jefferson High School in 1960 and went on to graduate from beauty school in 1961. Her first job was in her mother’s hair salon, Lipstick Beauty Salon, in North Portland.
After that, Darleen worked for 10 years at the Dar-Den salon and left only to create Mandala for Hair, and grew that business to include four locations in the Portland area within 10 years. Then she started The Colour Authority in the same building Dar-Den was previously located, in the midst of the Gateway area. As a stylist and hair color specialist, she operated The Colour Authority for 20 years.
In 2004 she sold both the real estate and the business name to her daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Tom Mahoney.
Darleen was a mentor and teacher to many people throughout the Pacific Northwest, sharing her knowledge of the beauty industry. A founding member and vice president of the International Haircolor Exchange, she also served on the presidential council for Clairol.
She’s survived by her husband, Randy Wilson; son, Patrick Hakola of Maui, Hawaii; daughter, Denise Mahoney of Portland; brothers, David Mumford and Jack Mumford; sister, Diane Erhardt; grandchildren, Devin, Levi and Adam Hakola of Maui, Hawaii; and Noah and Natalie Mahoney of Portland.
A memorial was held on July 7 at St. Therese Catholic Church. Gateway Little Chapel of the Chimes conducted funeral arrangements.
Remembrances should be made to the Darleen Hakola Wilson Foundation at Providence Portland Medical Center.
Darleen Wilson was more than a business owner and expert on hair styling and coloring. She was a gracious lady who always had a smile on her face and a good word to share. In the hustle and bustle of a busy world, a moment spent with Darleen was a special moment, full of cheer and happiness. We offer our condolences to her loving family.
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