Dick enjoyed many things, including Broncos and Lions football, spending time with his family and friends, and puttering around in his garage. One of his best and most familiar qualities was that he could make a friend with anyone he met. Dick could hold a conversation with anyone about anything and make an instant friend. He truly was a “gentle giant.”
Dick will be remembered by his wife of 58 years, Jeanette Herp; children Denise (William) Warner, Mark (Shelly) Herp, Eric (Christina) Herp, Daniel (Sandy) Herp; grandchildren Joshua Warner, Justin Herp, Sean (Corrie) Herp, Mars Herp, Capri Herp; siblings Robert Herp, Jack (Kay) Herp, and Debbie Jablonski; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Gertrude Herp; siblings Carl (Mary) Herp, Donald Herp, Dennis Herp, and Kathy (Duane) Smith; sister-in-law, Carol Herp; and brother-in-law, Ray Jablonski.
A celebration of Dick’s life visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Monday, April 29, 2024 at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Services (Dorr Chapel), 4330 18th St., Dorr, MI 49323, with a time for sharing of memories at 6 p.m. In memory of Dick and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Martin Athletic Department, (checks made out to Martin Public Schools with memo: Athletic Activities Fund) Attn. Mitchell Gabriele, 1556 Chalmers, Martin, MI 49070. Dick was an avid supporter of all Martin Public School Athletics. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookdorr.com in Dick’s online guest book.
