Roy West
September 18, 1925 - April 12, 2016
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Roy F. West, 90, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on April 12, 2016. He was born to Leroy West and Marie Lewis on September 18, 1925 in Indianapolis, IN. Mr. West proudly served in the United States Navy and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Mr. West was also a retired police officer, bravely serving and protecting the city of Indianapolis from 1953 to 1973. After retiring from the police department, Roy worked security for the Indianapolis Power and Light Co. and again retired after 10 years of employment. Roy is preceded in death by his parents; father, Leroy West; mother and step-father, Marie and Ed Lewis. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 51 years, Mrs. Betty J. West; daughter, Rebecca Forst; son, Roy S. (Cindy) West; step-sons, Robert (Terri) Walsh and Thomas Walsh; sister, Mary (Jack) Durham; sister-in-law, Evelyn Broady; niece, Kathy Leonard; 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions in Roy's honor and memory may be made to The Hospice Group 9320 Priority Way W. Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46240 or The Humane Society of Indianapolis 7929 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268.
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S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD (Ret)
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On behalf of the Société de Police - IPD Adam & Edward, our condolences to the family and friends of Roy F. West on his departing this life.
Roy had attained the significant status of being the sixth eldest and sixth longest surviving IPD Police Pensioner at the time of his death April 12.
To the family we offer the following thought at this time of loss: He'll be missed along our life's future ways. He'll be quietly remembered every day. Although he'll no longer be in this life to share, he'll be in all his fellows hearts, forever there.
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Faye Sanders
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My condolences to the family. The loss of a loved one is never easy but may our loving God strengthen and sustain you as you remember His word the Bible at Acts 24:15 says that there is going to be a resurrection. With this hope it is possible for you to see him again. Further, Rev. 21:4 talks about a restored paradise earth where mankind will have the chance to enjoy life without end, free of sickness, disease and death as we welcome back our dear loved ones like Roy. Please know that these promises of God will happen because it is impossible for God to lie. I hope these Bible verses help you and give you peace. And though your hearts are full of grief now, please check out the site jw.org along with your Bible where you will also find a wealth of information for all of life's anxieties. May all the wonderful memories that Roy your loved one provided comfort you during this most difficult time.
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Sherman Anderson jr
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My condolences to your family. I'm really thankful for men like Roy West, for serving and protection Indianapolis. He was brave for that. We have a hope, a hope of a world without violence and suffering. Psalm 37:11- 11 " the meek will possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace". I hope in time and with loving memories your day gets better.