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It is foolish and wrong to mourn the
men who died.
Rather we should thank God that such men lived. - George S. Patton, Jr.
This page is dedicated to members of UAW 1111 who have passed away. It has often been said that a Union is made up of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. The UAW has been built by members working together to make a better life for each other. Be proud of this, your Union heritage. It's important that we remember our fallen brothers who helped to build this Union.
Through the use of the Union Memorial Wall, we hope to help the healing by remembering our loved ones. In the true spirit of our union heritage, let's pause and reflect on the paths taken by our brothers who were here with us. Take a moment to visit the dedications and honor those we worked with, laughed with, and loved. The UAW 1111 Memorial Wall is a place of honor, built with union pride, to hold fast to their memory. We miss them dearly.
Through a special partnership arrangement with MemoriesofMe.com, we have received special
pricing for creating a custom memorial for our UAW 1111 brothers and sisters.
E-mail sales@unionmemorials.com
if you are interested in creating a memorial with music, photographs, etc. Mention
that you are member of the UAW to receive a discount. We will also include a
candle next to the name list on this page and clicking the candle will link
you to the memorial.
| William E. Harrison , 81 of Fairland,IN | |||||
| 06/22/1927 - 06/06/2009 | |||||
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William Eugene Harrison 81, of Fairland, IN and formerly of Dugger, passed away at 2:25 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2009 at Ashford Place in Shelbyville, IN. He was born in Flint, Michigan, June 22, 1927 the son of William Harrison and Margaret Arnold Harrison. He retired from Ford Motor Co. in Indianapolis and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Sullivan. He was also a Merchant Marine, a member of the American Legion Post #139 in Sullivan, Past Master of the Oaktown Masonic Lodge #474, dual member of the Dugger Masonic Lodge #721, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis, Dugger Chapter #482 Eastern Star, and the Shrine. He was preceded in death by his wife Wilma McClellan Harrison in 2000 and also two brothers, Lester Harrison and Evan Harrison; one sister, Mary Eleanor Houser. Survivors include one son, Scott Harrison (Kim) of Indianapolis; two daughters, Beth A. Wuerch (Bruce) of Fairland and Donna Lynn Harrison of Sullivan; 6 grandchildren, and 2 great- grandchildren. A Masonic Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday June 9, 2009 at Newkirk's Funeral Home followed by graveside services with Rev. Dan Sinkhorn officiating, and Military services by the Sullivan, Shelburn, Hymera Legions and the Sullivan VFW Post. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until services Tuesday. |
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| Malcolm K. Lawrence , 81 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 11/30/1927 - 06/14/2009 | |||||
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Malcolm "Mac" K. Lawrence 81, of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2009. He was born in Indianapolis on November 30, 1927 to Emmanuel and Zella (Lindsey) Lawrence. Mac was a WWII veteran and worked for Ford Motor Company until his retirement in 1992. He is survived by his wife, Virginia (Thompson) Lawrence; children, Steve (Barbara) Lawrence, Jackie (Larry) Reitz, Tom (Beth) Lawrence and Kenny Lawrence. Mac also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 great- grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Lawrence will be held from Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center – Floral Park, today, Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 3pm. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service, also at the funeral center. Friends are invited to leave online condolences for the family at: www.flannerbuchanan.com |
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| Calvin H. Wicks , 70 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 12/13/1938 - 06/09/2009 | |||||
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Calvin H. Wicks 80, Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2009. Calvin was an Army veteran, a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and an avid gardener. He retired from the Ford Motor Co. as an electrician in 1998. He is survived by his sons, Edward (Lisa), Jerry (Leesa), and David (Debbie Eversole) Wicks; sister, Ruth Criss; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel M. Wicks; parents, William and Alma Wicks; sister, Wilma Oberley; and brothers, Clyde and Thomas Wicks. Visitation is Friday, June 12, 2009 from 4 to 8 p.m at Little & Sons Beech Grove Chapel, where the funeral is Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 11 a.m. Entombment will follow at Washington Park East Cemetery. |
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| Wilbert Vail , 90 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 11/30/1918 - 06/05/2009 | |||||
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Wilbert Vail 90, passed away June 5, 2009. He was a machine repairman for Ford Motor Co. for 25 years. He attended Old Bethel United Methodist Church and was a member of Union Local #1111. Services are private. Wilbert is survived by his wife of 48 years, Crystal M. Vail; sons, Thomas and William Vail; 8 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Sheppard. Services have been entrusted to Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel. |
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| Willis E. Hiday , 89 of Pendleton,IN | |||||
| 11/01/1919 - 04/10/2009 | |||||
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| George R. Stum , 78 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 02/09/1931 - 05/26/2009 | |||||
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George R. Stum, Jr. 78, of Indianapolis, passed away May 26, 2009. He was born in Indianapolis February 9, 1931 to George R. and Joy (Dickinson) Stum. George served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He retired from Ford Motor Co. where he worked as an electrician for over 20 years. George's previous employment included working in the construction industry as a union electrician, and with the Indianapolis Star where he worked as an electrician and electronic troubleshooter. George enjoyed memberships in the Oakland Masonic Lodge #140, the Murat Shrine, Indianapolis Valley Scottish Rite, IBEW, and was a former member of the American Legion Post #495. Visitation will be Sunday, May 31, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Rd. with funeral services Monday at 1:00 p.m. George is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanna Stum; children, Greg Stum, Brenda Pritchard (Steve "Spike"), James Stum (Sarah), Leighann Patterson (Les); sister, Bette Smock, of Greenville, SC; grandchildren, J.R. and Lorri Stum, Zachary and Cameron Patterson, and one great-grandson, Cole Laniohan. Memorial contributions may be made to Indiana University Medical Center andor Oakland Masonic Lodge. A special thank you to the physicians, nurses, and staff at IU Hospital Intensive Care Units for their special care and concern. Also, a special thank you to Dr. Rafael Rosario. |
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| Murrell (Snooky) Haynes , 84 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 01/14/1925 - 05/22/2009 | |||||
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Merrell "Snooky" Haynes 84, Indianapolis IN passed away May 22, 2009. He worked at Ford Motor Co. from 1961 - 1992 and was a member of UAW Local 1111. All arrangements at Crown Hill Funeral Home and Cemetary. Visitation Saturday May 30 at 10 AM with Funeral at 11 AM. |
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| Robbie R. Summers , 75 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 01/28/1934 - 05/22/2009 | |||||
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Robbie R. Summers 75, Indianapolis, died peacefully at home on May 22, 2009. He was born in Westmoreland, TN on January 28, 1934 to the late Tom and Mae Summers. He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther in 2005, and his sister, Viola Thompson. Robbie was a United States Army veteran and served for three years. Following service, he was a furnace operator at Ford Motor Company and worked 32 years there before retiring in 1989. He was also a pastor for many years at several churches in the Indianapolis area. He is survived by his loving wife and long-time friend, Betty Burdine Summers; sons, Stephen (Reponda) and Mark (Leah) Summers; grandchildren, Taylor, Austin and Chelsea Summers; siblings, Willard Stephens, Louis Stevens and Catherine Likens; 2 stepchildren, 5 step grandchildren, 1 step great grandson, and very close cousin, Dorothy Pike. Visitation will be from 4-8 pm on Tuesday, May 26, at Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center – Washington Park East. Funeral services will be held at 10am on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Greenwood. www.flannerbuchanan.com |
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| Marshall P. Austin , 76 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| - 05/02/2009 | |||||
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Marshall P. Austin, Sr. 76, Indianapolis, died May 2, 2009. Services: 12 p.m. Thurs. May 7 at Mount Zion Baptist Church with calling there from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial: Washington Park North Cemetery. Arrangements: Williams & Bluitt Funeral Home. |
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| Mark W. Roach , 88 of Indianapolis,IN | |||||
| 08/04/1920 - 04/25/2009 | |||||
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Mark W. Roach 88, of Indianapolis, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital in Mooresville. He was born in Louisville, KY on August 4, 1920 to Mark and Lucy Roach. Mark served in the United States Navy stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii during WWII. He worked for Ford Motor Company form 1957 to 1990. Mark was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Kathleen (Sherron) Roach of 64 years. Mark is survived by his daughters, Delilah (Lewis) Hall and Barbara (Dr. Warren) Gray; grandsons, Mark (Rae) Gray, Matt Gray; granddaughters, Anita Hall, Dr. Jennifer (Coney) Stuart; six great grandchildren, Alexa Kathleen and Ryan Stuart, Kireina and Thornton Gray, Matthew and Joshua Juntilla. Mark loved bicycling, gardening and reading. He was a Master Gardener and a member of the Central Indiana Bicycling Association, Indianapolis Hiking Club and the American Legion. He participated in the Scarborough Peace Games and the Hilly Hundred. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Flanner & Buchanan Community Life Center, 10722 E. Washington St. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at the Community Life Center with Reverend Mark Suter officiating. Mark will be laid to rest in Washington Park Cemetery East. |
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