Larry Cramer Deeg, 76, of Rapid City, died Friday March 9th, 2018 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. He is survived by his wife Patricia, daughters and spouses, Kristin & Joseph Regan, Karin & Edward Wommack and grandchildren Sarah & Vince Wommack.

Larry was born September 24, 1941, in Huron, SD the only child of Verl and Avis Deeg. He grew up raising cattle. He graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines in Rapid City. Upon graduation, he began what would become a 33-year career with Hercules, Inc. His first position was in Utah then transferred to California, Washington, Missouri, Georgia and finally to Pennsylvania where he retired his position as Plant Manager in 1996.

He was devoted first to family but friends and colleagues were a close second. He took great pride in leveraging the success of the businesses that he managed to enable opportunities and success for others.

A heart transplant recipient, he "beat the odds" for 22 years. He was moved by the classical masters, the joy of a great trail ride, a beautiful day on the sailboat, the thrill at the wheel of a sports car and healthy debate. There was no obstacle too great and he enjoyed a life well lived.

His funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home on Thursday, March 15, with the Rev. Robert Savot officiating. Visitation will begin 1 hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Pine Lawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Joseph's Indian School are appreciated: P.O. Box 300, Chamberlain, SD 57325.