Donald J. "Pepper" Derringer

DERRINGER, Donald J. “Pepper” Age 85 of Dayton, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 22, 1936 to his parents, Clyde & Marie Derringer. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle; step-son, Ricky Freeders; grandson, Brian Meade; and several siblings. Pepper is survived by his wife, Rosalie Derringer; 4 children; 4 step-children; and numerous other family members and friends. Pepper retired as a sheet metal worker and was a member of Local Union 24. His hobbies included restoring old cars, playing guitar, listening to country music, and being a part-time pig farmer. Pepper was also commissioned a Kentucky Colonel. A visitation will be held from 10-11am with funeral to begin at 11:00am on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021 at Rogers Funeral Home in New Lebanon. Pastor Eric Meade will be officiating. Interment will follow at Bear Creek-Hillgrove cemetery. www.RogersFuneralHomes.com