Michael Fishburn
April 02, 1952 - May 20, 2010
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Michael Wayne "Fish" Fishburn 58, of Lawrence (Indianapolis), passed away May 20. He was born April 2, 1952 in Indianapolis where he lived his entire life. Michael graduated from Warren Central H.S. in 1970 and has a Business degree from Indiana University. Michael joined the Lawrence Police Dept. April 5, 1974 and retired August 16, 2006. While on the police dept. he founded the S.W.A.T. team where was the S.W.A.T. Commander. He was also the Captain of Investigations and a Firearms Instructor and Deputy Chief of Police. Retiring after 32 years of service, Michael took the position of Coordinator for Lawrence Township Schools Safety and Security. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #753 and F.O.P. #159. Michael is preceded in death by his father, Wayne Fishburn. He is survived by his wife, Laura Fishburn; and his mother, Doris Fishburn. Visitation will be held Sun., May 23 at Lawrence North High School Gymnasium, 7802 Hague Road, Indpls, 46256 from 3-7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. service. A graveside service will be held Mon. May 24 at 10 a.m. at Washington Park East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. www.stevensmortuary.net
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Steven l.Davis
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dear luara please except my deepest sympathy on your lost. mike and I were goods friends for many years. he will dearly missed.
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Donna Wright
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Dear family of Mike Fishburn, Sgt Fishburn(at the time)helped me with a problem. He did much more than he had to in order to see that the outcome was in the best interests of my children. I have always been thankful to him. I am sorry for your loss.
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Ron Carmony
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Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Mike. He was a true gentleman and a hero to many. I remember several times when Mike set my feet on the right path when I was being led astray. He played a big part in shaping me into the man and father I am today. I will be eternally grateful for the guidance and wisdom he so willing gave to my brother Rob and I.
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kellie peterson
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i will miss you officer fishburn and you were one of my favorites