Ronald 'Dean' Crider

Ronald “Dean” Crider II, age 68, died on July 15, 2026, in his home in Platteville, WI. Dean was born on January 2, 1958, in Hammond, IN, the son of Ronald and Shirley (Jarvis) Crider. He grew up in Schererville, IN, and graduated from there in 1976. He studied graphic arts at DeVry University for two years. He resided in Schererville until he married Robin (Burgin) on December 9, 2004, after which they moved to Illinois. The two moved to Wisconsin in 2019 to be closer to their family. 

Dean worked as a truck driver for 16 years. After driving truck, he became a cab driver for four years. He spent his time disassembling and reassembling computers and designing websites. His affinity for technology allowed him to stay connected to his friends online. Outside of digital technology and design, he enjoyed woodworking, especially building Christmas ornaments and birdhouses. Dean was known to watch old Western movies. He passed the time tinkering in the garage, working on cars until they became computerized. 

Dean is survived by his loving wife; his siblings, Steven Arnold, Donna (Stan) Ward, Dave (Star) Crider; his stepchildren, Amanda (Jeff) Mauthe, Marc Cruz; his grandchildren, Lilli and Gabe; his niece and nephews, Sarah Crider, Corey Davis, Matt (Ann) Crider and Micheal (Jennifer) Crider; and many aunts and uncles. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepdaughter Elizabeth Cruz, his nieces and nephews, Nate Davis, Khara Davis, and Jessica Crider, and his wife Irene Gabriel. 

The family would like to thank Dr. Klann and the staff at Agrace Hospice and SSM Health in Monroe for their kindness and care. 

A visitation for Ronald will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10:00am to 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Platteville. A service will take place at church at 11:00am with President Jordan Johnson presiding. Luncheon will follow.