Derek Scott Dishon

March 9, 1965 - January 10, 2021

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Thursday 1/14

A private family graveside service will be held.

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Thursday 1/14

Interment will be at IOOF Cemetery in Brookston.

Memorial contributions may be given to Shannon Dishon to help with expenses.

Derek Scott Dishon, age 55 of Battle Ground, IN, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2021 at Franciscan Health, Lafayette, IN. Derek was born March 9, 1965 to Barry and Sharon (Clevinger) Dishon. His father preceded him in death.

Derek was a 1983 graduate of Harrison High School. He married the love of his life, Shannon (Yates) Dishon on September 7, 1985 in Lafayette, IN. They recently celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary. Derek worked construction hanging drywall for many years often with his father before being employed at Eli Lilly Tippecanoe Laboratories in 1990. Evonik bought Tippecanoe Laboratories in 2010, where Derek continued to work as an environmental specialist until his death. He will be missed by many friends and co-workers at Evonik.

Derek is lovingly remembered by his six children and their loved ones, Dustin Dishon and his fiancé Josh Hess of Frankfort, Dillon Dishon and his wife Lindsey of Battle Ground, Jared Dishon and his fiancé Kyle Mider of Lafayette, Hannah Dishon of Battle Ground, Landon Dishon and his wife Audrey of Lafayette, Thomas Dishon of Battle Ground. His first grandson Logan Dishon (son of Hannah) will always remember Derek as “Pappy”

Derek is also remembered by his mother Sharon Dishon of Battle Ground, his sister Angie and her husband Dale Frantz of Gig Harbor, WA, his sister Andrea and her husband Tommy Bookout of Battle Ground, his brother Gunnar and his wife Carol Dishon of Rossville, father-in-law Bobby Yates of Brooksville, FL, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Derek loved being outdoors, driving his children and grandchild around in his Polaris, vacationing with his family, and studying the Bible. His greatest joy in life was spending every possible minute with his family. He was generous with his time and affection, and he will be greatly missed by his loved ones. Comfort is found in knowing he had a relationship with Jesus Christ and joined his father in heaven.

A private family graveside service will be held on Thursday January 14th.

In lieu of flowers, donations for funeral services can be made to his wife Shannon Dishon.

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I’m sorry but I did not find out about Derek’s passing until this last weekend. When Derek started out at Lilly in T17 b shift working for Glenn Greason, Glenn started Derek on the process I was on to start training him. I was totally surprised on how easy Derek picked things up, this guy remembered everything I told and showed him. Derek was easily the most easy going never get excited guy I ever met. After T17 was tore down Derek and I was put on the RTO piping project on the bshift working for Glenn Greason whom was now supervising the b shift pipe shop. Derek and I was to pipe up T 27 to the RTO. That was the greatest 9months or so! I was shocked to hear about Derek’s passing, I considered Derek to be a brother and I’m going to be saddened for quite some time. This guy was the sharpest tool in the tool box hands down, I’m sure many people will miss Derek as much as I will. Love you Derek and I hope to run into you on the other side someday!

Our prayers will be with you and your family, it was nice to work with you . It was fun

In memory of Derek Scott Dishon, Doug Jones lit a candle

How could we possibly convey how our hearts are hurting for you? Please know that you are in our prayers and our hearts.

My sincere condolences to Shannon and the whole family. Many good memories of my friend from many years ago.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

So sorry to hear about Derek, whom I worked with at Lilly and Evonik. He was one of the nicest, gentlest, and kindest men that I have ever met. I feel bad for his loving family. May he rest in peace.

8622 Tenskwatawa Drive , I am having a sad time today. I got to visit with my beautiful Son, Derek. on Saturday.little did I know that that would be my last hug from him. He always call me Mama. He has always been a wonderful Son to me. I have peace in my Heart because I know he is with his Father Barry. Also with me Lord , and Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you God for loving Derek back.

Shannon and Hannah I am so very sorry for your great loss of a husband, Dad and Pappy! I am praying for you during this devastating time. May you experience God’s love and comfort for you in very real, tangible and meaningful ways.

In memory of Derek Scott Dishon, Ellen M Wells lit a candle

My condolence to the family. I did not know Derek but knew his Mom and Dad..Having gone through the loss of a child I completely know how she feels. My heart is with you.

Sharon I’m certain you have many good memories! Let those flood your mind! He’s at peace and he would want you to be too! I’m so sorry for your loss!

So kindhearted and caring, Derek will be missed but will live on in our hearts and memories.

Praying for the Dishon family. May your grief be softened by your many memories of love and time together.

Derek, it's so hard to believe that you have left us. You will always remain that kid cousin that I loved running the country with. Rest in peaceful slumber.

Such a great guy, so sad for the loss so early in his life. Derek and I along with 4 others hired in to Eli Lilly to the same building on the same day, June 19, 1990. A major change in all of our lives, not knowing what to expect. We all kind of went separate ways after a couple of years. I bumped into Derek off and on for the next 10 years. He always had a smile. For the last 15 years of my career I was honored to work to work with him in EC, always very helpful and willing to share his expertise.He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family. .

Derek was one of the most genuine, kind people we’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. He is already missed. All our sympathy and love.

I had the pleasure of working with Derek for 10+ years while being the Dept Head of EC. Those years were the most enjoyable of my career due to working with people like Derek. He was not only a top notch operator, but he was a tremendous person to be around. He always came to work with a smile on his face and was a positive influence on me and others in the dept. I was shocked to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Dishon and extended family. He will be missed.

Shannon & family- so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family...

Derek will be greatly missed and I am very sorry for your loss. He and my dad Terry worked together on nights and really enjoyed talking about the Lord and about each others families! I will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you all during this very difficult time. - Brandon Blankenship

In memory of Derek Scott Dishon, Hannah Dishon lit a candle

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our deepest sympathy for all of the Dishon family. Derek was always a pleasure to work with and was a friend to all. He will be truly missed.

Our most sincere condolences to the Dishon Family. May Derek rest in Heavenly Paradise.

So sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. He was a pleasure to work with. A good righteous upstanding man and will be missed by us all. Praying for peace and strength for his family.

Derek was a great co- worker of mine I met shortly after starting EVONIK. I was put on nights and was so happy he was on my shift he made it enjoyable to come in I always enjoyed his input and company!!! He also introduced me to the best splitting ax I’ve ever used the x-27 which now every friend I have uses this ax!!! Your a great man and will be greatly missed!!!

Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Angie and Dale are our good friends and we know this is hard for all of you but hopefully knowing that so many people are praying for you will bring you a moment of peace.

My deepest sympathy to the entire Dishon family. You will all be in my prayers.

Never have I known somebody quite so kind and genuine. I will every single day miss the opportunity to find myself in the company of somebody that I look up to and agree with. I look forward earnestly to when we meet again, in order to make up for everything we didn’t have the chance to do here on earth. My only hope is that the lives we lead going forward are ones that honor the legacy of what we have been left with, in hopes that we all one day leave this place better than we found it, as those who came and gone before us have. My love to everybody in these tumultuous times.

Best father in law anyone could ask for

We are so heartbroken to know that Derek is gone. What a wonderful guy, always with a friendly smile. He had a passion of caring about others. Rest high in Heaven Derek and you will always be remembered. Bonnie and FN Lutz

In memory of Derek Scott Dishon, Landon Dishon lit a candle

We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you all!

We love and miss you so much....you will forever be in our hearts.

In memory of Derek Scott Dishon, Christina Matthys lit a candle

My condolences to Derek’s family and those of us who worked with Derek admired him as a tremendously gifted and talented peer and loved him for the Husband, father , and wonderful person he was at all times.

It’s been 11 years since I’ve seen Derek, but I had the opportunity to work around him several times over the years. He was always a joy to work with, very dependable, and great at his job. I’m glad I got the chance to know him. Gone too soon. Rest In Peace. My sincere condolences go out to the family, as I’m sure he will be sorely missed.

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