Richard "Dick" Stimmel

Richard “Dick” Stimmel, 73, lifelong resident of Monon, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at IU University Hospital of Indianapolis.

He was born November 15, 1948 in Lafayette to the late Jay and Elise (Sterrett) Stimmel. Dick was a 1967 graduate of North White High School. Following graduation, Dick attended Indiana State University receiving his Master’s Degree in Education.

His marriage of 49 years was to the love of his life, Connie Ruemler on March 24, 1973 in Reynolds at St. Joseph Catholic Church; she survives.

Dick was very active throughout his life in Monon contributing to the town anyway he could. Dick was past president of the Monon Historical Society, member of All Aboard Main Street Association, Lions Club, North White Building Trades, and loved decorating the town each Christmas season. He ran the coffee shop at the Civic Center and helped with little league concessions with all proceeds benefiting the Monon Preservation Society. Dick was an avid North White Vikings fan and later in life a Tri-West Bruins fan following his daughter’s family.

Dick began his teaching career at Pioneer Jr. Sr. High School for 13 years before arriving at North White. He would eventually retire from North White in 2010. Dick loved playing Euchre weekly with friends, golfing, watching and attending athletic events, and was an avid music fan. He began playing in a rock band with some of his best friends called the Cavaliers and then Idle Wild throughout the years preforming for weddings and other events. Dick also enjoyed running the sound system for North White school programs until his retirement.

Surviving along with his wife Connie, is their daughter, Megan (husband: Aaron) Spoonemore of Lizton and granddaughters, Ryane and Reece Spoonemore. Preceding Dick in death along with his parents is a brother, David Stimmel.

Friends may call from 10 AM (EDT) until the time of Funeral Service 12 PM (EDT) Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Clapper Family Funeral Home of Monon. Pastor Adrienne Hinshaw of Monon United Methodist Church to officiate. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Reynolds.

In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to the Monon Civic Preservation Society.

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