Derry Cates Condon

Derry’s life was marked by steady devotion to family, faith, and community, and by a genuine enjoyment of the people and places that filled his days. He carried himself with quiet purpose and an openhearted regard for others, leaving an enduring impression on those who knew him.

Derry attended Eastern High School and Lain Technical School, and continued his education at Purdue University indianapolis. His commitment to learning and for his craft became the foundation of a distinguished professional life.

Derry served in the Indiana National Guard (a component of the US Army). He was a registered Architect and a Member of American Institute of Architects. He worked at Wright, Porteous and Lowe, architects, where he was a partner and later, in partnership with John T Lamson, formed Lamson and Condon Architects—work that reflected both discipline and vision, and a lifelong pride in building well and thoughtfully.

Derry loved people, IU football and basketball, the San Fransico Giants, golf, fishing, gardening, and vacationing in Gulf Shores. Whether following a favorite team, tending a garden, or enjoying time outdoors, he found simple pleasures worth savoring and shared them readily with others.

Service to others remained a constant in Derry’s life. He volunteered at Golden Circle Sertoma, Haverford Little League, and CYO, where he was awarded the Monsignor Busard Award and the John Bosco Award—recognitions that reflected years of faithful presence and generous effort.

Derry is survived by his wife of 54 years, Patricia (Trish) Condon; his son, Courtney Condon (Sarah); his daughter, Katie Alkire (Brian); his sister, Billie Lou Bankoff (David); and his brother, Denny Condon (Brenda). Derry is also survived by grandchildren Ryan Alkire, Lauren Alkire, Andrew Condon, and Chloe Condon.

He was preceded in death by his son, Ryan P. Condon; his father, William Condon; and his mother, Dorothy Cates Condon.

Visitation will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary, 5692 Central Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220, on July 10, 2026, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at Immaculate Heart of Mary on July 10, 2026, beginning at 11:00 am. Derry will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery, 435 W. Troy Avenue, Indianapolis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CYO Ryan Condon Endowment, 580 Stevens Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46203 (https://cyoarchindy.org/); St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, 2500 Churchman Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana 46203 (https://www.svdpindy.org/); or Miracle Place, 940 Temple Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46201 (https://amiracleplace.org/).