Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1937
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Gerald Dickey Obituary
Indianapolis - Gerald L. Dickey, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, October 4, 2020. He was born on March 30, 1937 in Indianapolis to the late Roland and Iva (Tredway) Dickey. Gerald graduated from Washington High School and served honorably in the United States Army. He retired from National Starch & Chemical and was an avid fisherman and member of St. Roch Catholic Church. Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Maryann (Callahan) Dickey; sons, John Dickey (Joann) and Thomas Dickey; daughter, Lisa Babb (Joe); and grandchildren, Michael, David, Danielle, Shane, Lisa, Benjamin, Matthew and Sydney. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, George Ashworth. Family and friends will gather on Thursday, October 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. in Lauck & Veldhof Funeral Home, 1458 S. Meridian St., for visitation with a rosary service at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 9 at 11 a.m. in St. Roch Catholic Church, 3600 N. Pennsylvania St., with prayers being said at the funeral home prior to Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow services in Calvary Cemetery. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks are required and please remember to practice social distancing. Memorial contributions have been suggested to St. Roch Catholic Church and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Envelops will be provided at all services. Online condolences: www.LauckFuneralHome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Dickey
1 Entry
John W Hale
October 9, 2020
Gerald and I became friends during the early 60's. He and I were members of the Modockers Car Club. We went drag racing at lot, with Pee Wee Whittaker, Ralph Dees, Joe & Bobby Flowers, and others. Good memories!
How you can show support
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Gerald Dickey's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Gerald Dickey
Oct
8
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Lauck & Veldhof Funeral and Cremation Services1458 S Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Oct
8
Rosary
7:30 p.m.
Lauck & Veldhof Funeral and Cremation Services1458 S Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Oct
9
Prayer Service
10:30 a.m.
Lauck & Veldhof Funeral and Cremation Services1458 S Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Funeral services provided by:
Lauck & Veldhof Funeral and Cremation Services1458 S Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
People and places connected with Gerald
Indianapolis, IN
The Indianapolis Star
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Gerald's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Gerald Dickey's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
