William Radez
July 20, 1925 - April 25, 2014
Obituary
William Robert Radez Sr., 88, of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on April 25, 2014. Bill was born in Indianapolis on July 20, 1925 to John and Mary Louise (Cirja) Radez, both preceding him in death. Bill was also preceded in death by his brother, Frank, Carl and John; sisters, Margaret, Stephanie and Frances. He was a graduate from Washington High School. He entered the US Army during the Korean War and served from 1951 - 1953 and was honorably discharged earning the rank of Corporal. Bill became a Tool and Die Maker for PR Mallory; Switzer Corporation and retired from the USPS. Bill could be seen working security at turn one short shoot at the Indianapolis 500 during the month of May from 1990 - 1997 and was an usher during the Indianapolis Colts Games from 1992 - 1996 at the Hoosier/RCA Dome. Bill is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, John (Tammy) and William Jr. (Lisa); sister Rose Hickman; grand-daughter, Samantha bringing him great grand-daughter, Heidi; grandsons, Walker and Joey and other family and friends. The family wishes to thank the VA CLC in Danville, IL and VAMC Indianapolis for their professional services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Friday May 2, 2014 in Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 901 N. Holmes Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46222, with visitation from 9 AM until time of Mass. Interment will follow immediately at St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46222. Arrangements entrusted to Stevens Mortuary. To leave the family online condolences, please visit www.stevensmortuary.net. We encourage family and friends to visit the site and share a special story or memory about Bill.
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Teresa Tanoos-Carlock
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Dear Johnny and Billy Bob, Please know that our hearts and prayers are with both of you and your respective families after the loss of your beloved father and our Uncle Bill. I have many wonderful memories of him growing up, which I shared as a story under "Memories" on this site. May His Memory Be Eternal! Love, Feef
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Carol Kourany
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Carol Kourany purchased flowers (Serene Lily Basket)
Dear Bill and Lisa, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your Dad rest in peace. Love, Uncle Ed and Aunt Carol
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Teresa Tanoos-Carlock
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I have many wonderful childhood memories of my Uncle Bill, but one that stands out is how could tickle the kids in the family until we laughed so hard we'd beg him to stop! Needless to say, his tickling brought a lot of laughter to the home, where my two brothers (Drs. Tom and Tony Nasser) and I often stayed for extended periods when our father (the late William K. Nasser, MD) was having from open heart surgery and our mother Wanda Nasser was taking care of him during recovery. Indeed, we spent so much time at the home of Uncle Bill and Aunt Bev's, that their children Johny and Billy Bob Radez (my first cousin's) are like brothers to me, so my prayers go out to both of them and their respective families, as well as to the rest of the family and friends who loved Uncle Bill too. May His Memory Be Eternal!
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Laura Hendrix
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My Dear Family-
On behalf of Helen and I you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of our dear friend Bill. Due to our poor health we are unble to attend the funeral so I dictated this to my daughter and asked that she share our sorrow. He was a wonderful person and my friend. Bill would always greet you with a smile on his face. He will have a spot in heaven when he reach that golden gate. I think back of all the wonderful memories I have of Bill that I will keep with me always. May his memory be eternal...
Love ,
Helen and Skander Nasser
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Samantha Radez Schwope
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It's hard to express grief in words, so instead of trying, I'd like to express how proud I am to be Bill's granddaughter. As many might know, I was not born a Radez. My dad, Billy Bob, married my mother when I was five, and from then on, in my heart he was my dad, Bill, Sr. was my Gido, Beverly was my Sito, etc. When my Dad asked to adopt me at age 13, I didn't even stop to consider; my answer was of course, yes! Adoption can be tricky for families to navigate, but my Gido never made me feel out of place or unwelcome. He accepted me from day one with love and smiles, and I will be forever grateful and proud to call him Gido. It saddens me that he didn't get to meet his new great granddaughter, Heidi, but she will know what a wonderful person her Great Gido was through our fond memories of him. We love you Gido! Rest in peace; heaven has gained a new angel!