Kenneth (“Ken”) Michael McDermott, 81, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 in Carmel, IN following a brief illness. Ken was born in Indianapolis, IN on November 13, 1937, to Russell and Cecelia McDermott. After graduating in 1956 from Cathedral High School in Indianapolis, he served in the Army ROTC while attending Indiana University where he received a degree in Finance before earning his Juris Doctor Degree.
Ken began his 46-year legal career in Indianapolis. He served as the elected Prosecutor in Hancock County, IN. In 1972, he moved to Plymouth, IN where he maintained a private law practice for over 35 years.
Ken was active in many community/civic groups, the Republican party and the Catholic church. He was an avid tennis player and took a strong interest in his Irish roots writing articles about the Irish in America and the history of Ireland for the South Bend Tribune. During the 1990s, he traveled to Ireland on multiple occasions to participate as a monitor for the Orange Marches in Northern Ireland.
Ken was preceded in death by his brothers Martin and Russell “Bo” McDermott, his former wife Nanette McDermott, and son, Joseph Daniel McDermott. He is survived by his brother Clune McDermott, his sons Michael McDermott (Molly), Richard McDermott (Martha) and Edward McDermott (Elizabeth) and his grandchildren Matthew, Marc, and Leah.
Services for Ken will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carmel on Wednesday, June 26th with visitation starting at 9:30a.m. to be followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m. Online condolences may be made at www.indianafuneralcare.com. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the National Psoriasis Foundation. https://www.psoriasis.org/
Judith M. Price says
When I was the Marshall Co. Welfare Director for numerous years, I became acquainted with Atty. McDermott whose office at one time was across the street from mine. I know Plymouth will miss him. Please accept my condolences.
Dan Flynn says
Mike, Molly and family,
I am so sorry about your loss. I knew Mr. McDermott from church and tennis. I remember him as a class act. I hope when I reach my seventies I can pound young punks in tennis like he did. Good luck. Dan Flynn
Dianne Glodowski says
Ed, Mike, Rich and family
Sorry for the loss of your father – prayers for all of you to help you through this difficult time
Dianne Glodowski
Rosie Regedanz says
RIP Ken It was a pleasure knowing you. God bless. Prayers to your family
Marcy and Matt Tadla says
Ed, Elizabeth, and the McDermott family — Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jane Miller says
Mike,Rich, Ed & families
You are all in my thoughts & prayers🙏-I remember all of the great memories of years gone by😊-Take care & hugs 🤗 & Luv ya, Janie Miller & family