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1934
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2025
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Rev. Ronald Deck Obituary
Reverend Ronald L. Deck, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, September 16, 2025. He was born on December 12, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Louis and Josephine Deck. He proudly served his country as a medic in the United States Navy. On September 12, 1959, he married Mary Darlene Unland in Beardstown, Illinois. Proud of his German heritage, he made precious memories traveling to Germany with his wife. He was an avid golfer and always enjoyed a good Dunkel Bier. Reverend Deck served as pastor of Augustana Lutheran Church in Hobart for over 30 years. He was a doting dad and grandpa and will always be remembered for his dedication to his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Darlene Deck; son, Tim (Diana) Deck; daughter, Monica Deck; grandchildren, Stephanie Deck, Caitlyn (Andrew Branchaw) Levine, Nathan Deck, Jacob Deck, Olivia Deck; great grandchildren, Harper, Ellie, and Sophia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Josephine Deck. Memorial contributions in honor of Reverend Deck may be made to the Augustana Food Pantry, 207 Kelly St. Hobart.
Visitation will be held Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. A funeral service will take place Monday, September 22, 2025, at 11:00 am at Augustana Lutheran Church, 207 Kelly Street, Hobart with visitation there from 10:00 am until the time of service. Cremation to follow. For more information, please call (219) 942-2109. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Rev. Ronald Deck
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Patricia Piekarczyk
September 29, 2025
Jim and I enjoyed talking with Rev. Deck. They had some authors in common and Rev. Deck shared them with Jim. He knew so much on the Bible and its background. We will miss him. God Bless Him.
Carol Muenich
September 21, 2025
I'm ever grateful to Ron and Darlene for the kindness they showed me when I was newly widowed. I was especially thrilled to join them on a few of their "soul food" trips to the Paulina market neighborhood of Chicago. He is dearly loved and deeply missed.
Susan Dickey, OP
September 17, 2025
Just earlier today, I had shared the story about how Pastor Deck invited me to deliver the sermon on a rare Sunday he would be away. This was at Saint Michael’s (Richmond, Indiana) when I was just 17 years old. He worked with me on composition and delivery. He encouraged me to consider the ordained ministry, which had just opened up to women in the LCA. My call, however, was to a different Vineyard. I have been a Catholic sister in the Order of Preachers for 28 years. I am grateful to him beyond words, for being my confirmation pastor and for his belief that I could be a credible preacher. My prayers and sympathy for Darlene and the family. He was a very special man.
Jane Hopkins
September 17, 2025
I will deeply miss Ron Deck. After Ron's retirement, the congregation at First United Lutheran in Hammond was blessed to have Rev. Ron and Darlene Deck as members for many years. I had the honor and privilege of collaborating with Pastor Deck in the production of several Good Friday cantatas going back to 2014. His powerful speaking voice (James Earl Ray had nothing over Ron Deck!) along with his deep personal understanding of the scripture provided the drama and emotional impact to turn our Good Friday Cantatas into lifelong memories for so many. He will be forever remembered fondly.by so many.
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