Joseph E. Looney
July 13, 1961 ~ June 22, 2018
Joseph E. Looney, 56, of Indianapolis, passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident during the early morning hours on Friday, June 22, 2018. Born in Beech Grove on July 13, 1961 Joe was the son of the late Francis E. and Julia T. (Callahan) Looney; his mother survives. On July 14, 1990, he was united in marriage to Linda L. (Cooper) Looney and she survives.
Joe was a faithful member of Holy Name Catholic Church in Beech Grove and a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Monsignor Downey Council #3660. He worked in manufacturing for Allison Transmission and was a member of the U.A.W. local union #933. Previously, he worked as a purchasing agent at Egenolf Machine in Indianapolis for several years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 27 years, Linda; his children, Wes K. (April) O’Hair of Knightstown, Anastasia “Anna” Looney of Indianapolis, and Emma C. Looney of Indianapolis; five brothers, Mark W. (Robin) Looney of New Palestine, Paul A. (Rosie) Looney of Indianapolis, John K. Looney of Indianapolis, Tom M. Looney of Houston, Texas, Steve F. (Karen) Looney of Greenwood; two sisters, Julie M. (Patrick) Bardy of Indianapolis, and Mary E. (Lantz) Turner of Fairfax Station, Virginia; and four grandchildren, Cheyenne, Makenna, Chase, and Kenton.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Joseph E. Looney from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street (U.S. Hwy. 31 S.), Indianapolis. Morning prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at the funeral home, followed by 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Catholic Church. Entombment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to M.A.D.D. at madd.org or the Arbor Day Foundation; envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com where you may express online condolences to the Looney family.
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Emma, Abbie & I are so sorry for your loss!! She’s doing Drum Corp right now and is out of town so we won’t be at the funeral but we will definitely Keep you & your family in our prayers!!
From Debbie and Glenn McKinley in memory of Joe, who we will always remember always as our wonderful neighbor and friend who we will miss dearly.
So sorry this happened. We live in Florida but please let his mother know they are in our prayers. Dale & Veronica (Lepper) Nees
I’m still in disbelief. This world has lost a wonderful father, husband and friend. I’m going to miss seeing your name pop up on my phone and knowing I’m going to be laughing like crazy before the call is over. Rest In Peace Joe and know we miss you terribly.
Our deepest sympathy to the family. God has a new angel With sympathy, Julie Hendrix Craig & family
Steve and family: our deepest condolences in the loss of your dear brother. God bless you during this difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace forever. Amen. – Mark and Lisa Sassman
Joe was a great man. Always good to make me smile. He will be missed.
Oh Linda, my heart breaks for you and your family. I never met Joe, but I know in the way you talked about him that he’s a very special guy. I’m so, so sorry this happened. You will be in my prayers. ❤️
This truly is heart breaking news that such a kind man was lost due to another’s complete and utter disrespect and selflessness…… God and prayers for the Family…. So Sad !
To the Looney Family I was Joe’s committee man at Allisons Transmission. Joe was such a great man and very well liked at work. On behalf of Local 933 our deepest sympathies and love during this emotional loss of a great individual.
Linda,
My deepest condolences in this time of loss to you and your family. You all are in my prayers.
Lillian C.
I never met Joe but I heard only good things about him. Sending prayers to the family at this sad time in your life. Jenny at Allison Transmission.
My deepest heart felt sympathy for the loss of this wonderful man. God bless Linda and family and know my heart breaks for you. May God provide you with strength to get you through this difficult time. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My heart is full of sorrow for you. May God grant you strength to carry on and many happy and wonderful memories. My thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family.
Linda – my deepest sympathies go out for you and your family. My heart breaks for the loss that you are enduring right now. May you feel the grace of God’s arms wrapped around you and may he provide the strength to you and your family to get through this very difficult time. My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Linda:
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I am so very sorry for your loss. From reading Joe’s obituary and knowing you, I am sure he was a wonderful man.
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been lifting you and your family up in prayer. You are so kind, caring and genuine – truly a light in my daily life!!! God Bless you & bring you peace. Love, Ann Thomas
Linda, My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. I hope your treasured memories will help comfort you.
So Sorry for your loss Linda. I remember meeting him 1 time at a cookout you had when we worked at ACS/OASYS. He was a very nice guy. I am thinking about you. Lisa Shrader-Nichols
Steve and Family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Linda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jeff and Gloria Brennan
So sorry for your loss
Anna, the thoughts and prayers of Christ the King softball family are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are praying for you that you may find comfort and peace in the warmth of the memories of your dad. May perpetual light shine upon him.
Dear Tom: You have my deepest sympathy on the death of your brother. God is holding you in His hand my friend. So deeply sorry. Until we meet again……Hugs and prayers, Marianne Schafer Ries
My condolences to the Looney family and friends.
Condolences to the Looney family. I grew up right down the street from you years ago. (14th street). I was so sad to hear this news. Prayers out to you all from Dave, Barb and Abby Butcher. God bless Joe and his entire family.
Dear the Looney Family, It is with great sympathy that I send my deepest condolences to each of you. I am a friend and colleague of Lantz. Although I have never met Joe, I can tell from my conversations with Lantz and the many postings here that Joe was a man of tremendous character. He is person we should all strive to become, a man of faith, family, friends, and community. God has a special place for Joe and he is there now resting in peace looking over each of you. Although the coming days, weeks, months, and even years will be hard without him, rest assure Joe will be there in spirit to help you navigate through these difficult times. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you. Warmest Regards, Rick Caufield
Dear Tom,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers and much sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. Hope to see you before your plane leaves for Texas. Thanks for letting me know about the tribute video for your brother. It was nice to see your childhood memories.
Greg Bubp
The Lord will open the gates of paradise and they will return to that homeland where there is not death but only lasting joy. Grant Joe eternal rest O Lord, and allow him to share in your heavenly glory. Precious Lord, take his hand and lead him home.
On behalf of the Cahill family, we extend our condolences to the entire Looney family at this time and remember them in our prayers in the days ahead. We love the Looney family and are deeply saddened by such a tragic accident.
Love, peace and prayers,
Mike and Joan Cahill
Very sad event and my heart is breaking. I will not be present but tell Tom who is a life long friend that I am thinking of him and the rest of the Looney family.
Tom and family, So sad for your loss. May God bless you all.
Love & Prayers, John Herbertz R ’81 and family, Duluth, MN
My thoughts and prayers are with Steve and the entire Looney Family. May Joe Rest In Peace, Amen Mike Murphy R’86
Dear the Looney Family, I am a colleague of Lantz, and convey my sincere sympathy and condolences to a wonderful family. Lantz speaks of you often, and of the importance of his family. It is clear that you are a group of great strength, character and love. I pray that the love and strength your family has sees you through these difficult times. We are all thinking of you and sending our prayers and thoughts, and you will all remain in those prayers in the times ahead. God bless you and warmest regards to you all. Sam Shult.
Looney Family:
Joe was a role model of a man, and the best neighbor anyone could ask for. He was so kind to Garrett and I over the years. Over 18 years, I am certain we must have struck a nerve at some point, running around the neighborhood the way we did, but Joe never showed it. I would come play on the basketball goal in front of your house almost every day, and Joe would almost always come talk to me for a few minutes. He never once was annoyed with the frequency that I would come down to your house. I’m so sorry about your loss, and my family and I are willing to help you guys anyway we can.
Undoubtedly this is a very difficult time for you and your family. I just wanted to share these brief words of encouragement. Revelation 21:4 says “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” The Bible holds out a hope for the future of our loved ones. I hope this brings you a measure of comfort. -E.Sigmon. (a concerned neighbor)