Norman W. “Nummy” Dieringer, 83, passed away at Becker-Shoop Center Oct. 5, 1997.

He was born in Racine, February 4, 1914, son of the late Frank and Clara (nee: Giese) Dieringer, and he was a lifelong resident. On September 10, 1938, he was united in marriage to Rose J. Van Dyke who preceded him in death on Oct. 25, 1996.

Norm was a Tool and Dye Maker by trade and retired from Sterling Tool Company in 1979. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and served as Caretaker after his retirement from Sterling. He was also a member of the Racine Elks Club.

Nummy is best remembered as a talented athlete. He played softball in the Wisconsin Softball League and was considered by some as a shortstop phenom. In 1934 he was selected MVP in the National Softball Tournament and all-tournament shortstop. In 1948 and 1949 he was named All-Star Shortstop in the National Fastpitch League while playing with Metal Parts Corporation. Nummy was inducted into the Wisconsin ASA Hall of Fame in 1986.

Surviving was a daughter and son-in-law, two grandsons, one great-grandson, three sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. He was also preceded in death by one son and a brother.

A memorial service was held at First United Methodist Church in Racine, Oct. 27, 1997. A private interment took place at West Lawn Memorial Park.