Patty Ruth Derringer
68, of Whitestown, passed away September 26, 2010. She was born on August 19, 1942 to Roy and Thelma Smith in Blytheville, Arkansas. Patty enjoyed her work at Universal Flavors and also with Jerry Tharshes Real Estate during her life. She was also an accomplished artist, as she loved to paint.
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Robert Derringer; mother, Thelma Smith; children, Jeffery (Wendy) Derringer, Lauri Derringer, Tracy (Chris) Harper, Carrie (Carlos) Snow, Robert Derringer II; sisters, Mary Lou Swisher, Nelda Jan LaRussa, Alberta Jean Wade; 12 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
Visitation for Patty will be held on Thursday, September 30, 2010, from 10 to 2 p.m. at Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center- Floral Park, 425 N. Holt Rd, a funeral service will be held following visitation at 2 p.m. on Thursday. Burial: Floral Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.