Victor Joseph "Vic/Chief" Dearing

Dearing, Victor Joseph (Vic/"Chief")
Dearing, Victor J. passed away peacefully in his Scottsdale home with his family members by his side, on January 26th, 2015.After a long battle with cancer he was welcomed into heaven. Vic is survived by his dear wife Jeanne, and his five children and their spouses: James (Laura), Thomas (Terri), Timothy (Kathi) ,Vicki Sweeney (Brad), Michael (Linda). Vic is also survived by his Brother-In-Law, Bishop Thomas J. O'Brien, two sisters ,Sister Geraldine Power and Patty Auman and brother Jerry Dearing. Vic was born on March 8th,1927, the third of ten children to Ruth and Harry Dearing in Indianapolis, Indiana. He married the love of his life Jeanne O'Brien in 1952 and moved to Arizona in 1957 where they completed their family, eventually growing to 26 grand children and 23 great grandchildren. Vic led a momentous life including serving his Country as Sergeant in the Army, dedicated Firefighter and a supervisor fior Bashas' for 25 years. Vic had a great work ethic, which he passed onto his children. He was a devout Catholic who led his life with integrity and faith in God. From the moment Victor entered the world until the day he passed, he brought his encouraging smile, positivity, and unconditional love. Vic had a way of capturing a room with his charm and humor. A visitation will be held on Friday , January 30th, 2915, from 5-8 pm. And rosary from 7-8 pm. At Messinger Mortuary , 7601 E. Indian School rd. funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Scottsdale
on Saturday, January 31th, 2015 at 10:30 am. Burial to follow at Saint Francis Cemetery. In leiu of flowers, contributions can be made in Vic Dearing's name to the John C. Lincoln Health foundation.