Jerry "Dean" Erps, Sr, age 52, of Whiting, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2013. Former Husband of Linda Lear. Loving Father of Patricia (Dave) Shannon, Gabby Lear, Tiffany Lear, and the late Dino Erps, Jr. Devoted Brother of Rene Howears and Lynn Holt. Beloved Son of the late Joy Leneave. Fond Uncle of Jessice, Kyle, Christopher, Tommy, Carlos, and Kyle, Sr. Dearest Son-in-law of Patricia "Mo Mo" Lear and Brother-in-law of Ray (Chrissy)Lear and Alan Demps. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 from 10 AM until time of Service at 1 PM with Rev. C. James Facklam, Pastor officiating at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME, 6955 Southeastern Ave., Hammond, IN. Interment Saint John Cemetery, Hammond. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Jerry "Dean" Erps, Sr to his family. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at 219/ 845-3600.