Richard R. Dering

Richard R. Dering MERRILLVILLE, IN - Richard R. Dering 83, a resident of Merrillville for 46 years, formerly of Gary IN, passed away, October 16, 2017, at Methodist Hospital Southlake Campus, after an extended illness. He was born November 20, 1933 in Gary, the son of Robert M. and Sallie Dering. On January 2, 1954 he married Mariellen (née Coyle) his beloved wife of 63 years. Dick is preceded in death by his parents: and his brother, Thomas E. Dering. He is survived by his wife; his son, Brian R. (Kathleen) Dering of Merrillville; his granddaughter, Amber (Jason) Schneider; great grandchildren: Ivan and Sierra Schneider of Manteno Illinois; his sister in law, Nancy J (Rodgers) Dering of Portage; cousins: Dave (Deanie) Clark and Aleta Clark of Oregon, and Mardilee Kalember of Crown Point. He was a 1952 graduate of Horace Mann High School, Gary, IN. Dick was the former owner of Gary Office Equipment Company. He worked for Washburn Realty, and later retired from Welsh Oil. He attended the University of Wisconsin, and Indiana University, and was a member of Theta Chi fraternity. He was a past President of the Gary Chamber of Commerce, past President of the Gary Country Club, past Director of the Gary Jaycees, past President of Kiwanis, receiving many awards and honors over the years for his efforts fundraising for many organizations including the YMCA, and the Lake Area United Way. Dick was a member of St Andrews parish in Merrillville for many years. He was an avid golfer, as well as bridge player, enjoying many evenings with an extended group of dear friends, who will always remember his happy and generous attitude towards all. Memorial visitation for family and friends will be Friday, October 20, 2017 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Cremation will precede the visitation. Private inurnment at Calumet Park Cemetery. www.burnsfuneral.com