Joseph "Joe" Sabo
January 15, 1924 - May 21, 2016
Obituary
Joseph “Joe” Sabo, 92, of Indianapolis passed away on May 21, 2016. He was born January 15, 1924 in Salemville, PA to Steve and Elizabeth (Kovacs) Sabo. Joe worked for Conrail formerly Union Belt Railroad for 37 years retiring in 1985. He was a member of the United Transportation Workers – Local #1548. He served in the US Navy during World War ll as a Gunner's mate on the USS LST #743. Joe was a member of the American Legion in Brownsburg, lifetime member of the VFW, K of C Holy Family Council and the Slovenian National Home. He enjoyed watching the Colts, NASCAR racing and the Indianapolis 500. Joe loved gardening, yard work, the outdoors, family, good food with friends and his Miller Lite! He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances R. Sabo and his four brothers and five sisters. He is survived by his son, Steve (Becky) Sabo; daughter, Louise (Steve) Kelter; grandchildren, Joe, Ann, Michael and Nicole; great-grandchildren, Madison, Mackenzie, Oliver and one expecting great-grandson. Visitation will be Thursday, May 26, 2016 from 4-7:30 with a Rosary at 7:30 pm at Stevens Mortuary 5520 W. 10th St. Indpls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 am, held at St. Barnabas Catholic Church 8300 Rahke Rd, Indpls.,IN Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to the Salvation Army.
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Rita Kelter
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I know the loss you feel at this moment but have peace that you have done the absolute best for Joe and he is at rest with your Mom. Love
Rita
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Larry Kenney
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I will always remember him as a happy, smiling, full-of-life guy from a generation that placed family above all. He'll be missed but always remembered.
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Tricia Sparks
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Steve, Becky and Joe...I remember your dad and grandpa very well. He was always so open. Funny and sweet to my family. Thankful we have shared memories together. So sorry for your lost. Love all of you so very much!!!
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Jim & Rita Spencer
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Sending many thoughts and prayers your way Steve & Becky in the loss of your dad. Never met him but know that if he was a Sabo he was a wonderful, caring & fun loving individual.
Much Love & Many Hugs,
Jim & Rita
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Chris Herrera
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I want to say how very sorry I was to hear the news of Joe's passing. I am thinking of and praying for each of you during this difficult time. I will always cherish my memories of Joe and the family.
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Karen Dolan Kortepeter
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Steve and Becky, Thinking about you during this trying time. Sorry to hear about your loss.