Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home - Brookston


William C. Zaring

( November 28, 1929 - April 1, 2010 )

William C. "Bill" Zaring, 80, of Monticello, formerly of Monon, died at 10:40 p.m., Thursday, April 1, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Central, Lafayette. He had been in failing health for quite a while. He was born November 28, 1929 in Indianapolis to the late Elder C. and Lucy (True) Zaring. He attended Rochester High School. Mr. Zaring was honorably discharged from the United States Army, enlisted during the Korean campaign. His marriage was to Jeannette Pfledderer on October 3, 1958 in Winamac. She survives. Mr. Zaring worked as a fork truck operator for Chemtron Corporation in Monticello for 21 years retiring in 1984. He enjoyed automobiles and car nostalgia. He was an avid race fan, especially the Indianapolis 500 where he was a guard for 12 years. He also was an accomplished pool player and enjoyed singing, particularly Frank Sinatra. Surviving with his wife are a daughter, Lorena Turner of Monticello and two sons, Martin C. Lamberti of Florida and Richard L. Zaring (wife: Missy) of Frankfort. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Monday, April 5, 2010 at Clapper Family Funeral Home in Monon; Rev. Alvin Smith to officiate. Interment to follow in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.