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Reynold Derda Obituary
June 6, 1937 - Dec. 21, 2017
SOUTH BEND - Reynold M. Derda, 80, of South Bend, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. He was born on June 6, 1937, in South Bend, to the late Joseph and Selma (Karmolinski) Derda and was a lifelong area resident. On April 16, 1966 he married Dorothy Sellenberg, who survives. Also surviving are his children, Debbie (Brad) Williams of Union, MI and Mike R. (Susan) Derda of Lacey, WA; ten grandchildren, Taylor, Christian, Evan, Bailey, Jessica, Olivia, Kennedy, Ian, Miles, and Isabella; and by a sister, Aurie (Elmer) Kohost of Albany, MN. Mr. Derda worked as a Draftsman for Bendix/Allied Signal, then Hobart Engineering. Later he worked as an Insurance Agent for Metropolitan Insurance, before retiring in 2001. He was a parishioner of Holy Cross Catholic Church, South Bend and a United States Air Force veteran. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, South Bend, where a Rosary will be prayed at 3:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1050 Wilber Street, South Bend, with burial to follow in Saint Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Granger. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church. To send online condolences, please visit www.kaniewski.com.
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January 29, 2018
Dear Dottie, I just learned of Ren's passing and I'm so sorry to hear that he is gone. I would have been with you at the service, but I'm in Arizona for the winter. I hope you are well and the I will get to see you next summer. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's been eight years since George passed away and I know how difficult this time is for you.Love and prayers, Helen Accoe
Kim Boose
January 5, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss, he was a sweet man. I will miss seeing him at the dental office. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you. Kim Boose Receptionist for Dr. Glueckert
Bonnie and Kal Waxman
January 2, 2018
To the Derda Family,
Our sincere condolences at this most difficult time. May you receive great comfort from your your fond memories of the times that you spent with your husband, father and grandfather. We are traveling and not able to personally express these heartfelt feelings to you.
Bonnie and Kal Waxman
January 2, 2018
To Dotty and family,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your husband/father.
Mar and Al Schwinghammer
(Elmer's sister and husband)
December 27, 2017
Doty and Deb, You are in my prayers. Madelon
Bill & Donna Niemann
December 26, 2017
Dear Dotty,
Our sincere sympathy to you
and your family.
May the peace of God give him eternal rest.
DeColores, Bill& Donna
Cynthia Lockhart
December 25, 2017
Dotty, so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Cheryl Patterson
December 24, 2017
REN was the first person to welcome me to the neighborhood. He told me about the families that lived in our block for a longtime. He will live in our memories as a wonderful neighbor,and will be dearly missed. Kenny and I offer our heartfelt condolence to you and your family. Please call on us for any type of help you need. Warmest regards,Cheryl Patterson
Janet Amberg
December 24, 2017
My deepest sympathy...
December 24, 2017
Dear Dotty,
We are so sorry to learn of Ren's death. We know what a big heart you have and all the joy the two of you have shared. We pray peace for you and comfort in knowing MANY love you and are with you in spirit in these difficult days...Syl & Jane
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