Dr. Richard Lynn Roames of Columbus, IN passed away on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at the
home of his eldest daughter in Hobart, IN at the age of 68.
Rich was born in Gary, IN on November 23, 1949. He was an educator all his life. Rich earned
his Ed.D. from the University of Akron, and became a Professor Emeritus in the School of
Education at Purdue University Calumet in Hammond, IN. Rich taught there for twenty years
before continuing on to teach at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN and Indiana University
East in Richmond, IN. He married Jill Shedd on September 13, 2008.
Rich is survived by his wife, Jill; his two daughters, Jennifer Wingard and Julia Taylor; his son,
Jim; his stepsons, Kyle and Taylor Shedd; and his brother Larry.
At Rich's request, no services will be held. Cremation will take place with Rees Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hobart Chapel.  (219) 942-2109