July 18, 1940 – November 27, 2021
Milton (Mickey) Conway Deering, Jr., 81, Carmel, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 27, 2021. He was born on July 18, 1940, in Indianapolis, to the late Milton C. and Ruth Phillips Deering, Sr.
He was a graduate of Westfield High School and then entered into the United States Navy. During his time in the Navy, he proudly served under President John F. Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Crisis, as well as tours in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans on the USS Severn. After his time in the Navy, he opened Deering Dry Cleaners in Plymouth, Ind., and then in Southport, Ind. He was a member of Journey Church in Fishers.
He loved playing pool at the American Legion and having breakfast with his family at the VFW. He was a very generous man and often contributed to many organizations. His first love was his family. He had 12 brothers and sisters who he loved more than anything.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jill Yaeger; mother, Ruth Phillips Deering; father, Milton C. Deering, Sr.; brothers, James Deering, Robert Deering, David Deering, Benjamin Deering, and John Deering.
He is survived by adopted son, Cary Deering (Cynthia); adopted daughter, Kelly Agard (Jeff); son, Milton (Mickey) Deering III (Kim); brother, Jan Deering (Linda); sister, Lana Wilson (Bill); sister, Nancy Bond; sister, Linda Miller (Vic); brother, Richard Deering; sister, Debbie Miller (Thom); brother, Matt Deering (Jeanie); and 10 grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Legion Post 155 of Carmel, 852 W. Main St., Carmel, IN 46032.
Family and friends will gather at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 4 at the Carmel Cemetery, Carmel. A Celebration of Milton’s life will follow at the American Legion Post 155, 852 W. Main St., Carmel.
Leppert Mortuary – Carmel Chapel assisting with arrangements. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared for the Deering family at leppertmortuary.com.