John "Jack" R. Walz

John “Jack” R. Walz, 78, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on March 28, 2021.  He was born on September 19, 1942 to parents, Robert and E. Marie (Johnson) Walz in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Jack was a 1960 graduate of North Central High School.  Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserves, serving as Master Sergeant until retirement after 21 years of devoted service.  He also served as a Volunteer Firefighter for the Washington Township Fire Department.  He spent most of his working career at Chevy Truck and Bus from 1966 through 2009.  He was known amongst colleagues as “GI Joe.”

Jack enjoyed traveling and camping with his family; most excursions brought about by the family RV.  He loved the Lord, his family, his dogs, the USAR and NASCAR.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy O’Dell Walz; daughter, Dana Walz, Fishers, IN, and her son, James Nauyokas; son, Kevin Walz (Beth), Fredericksburg, VA, and their children: Emily, Katie and Jacob; sister, Janyce M. Woodard, Ft Myers, FL; and a host of extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and E. Marie (Johnson) Walz.

Respectfully, there will be no funeral services, per his request.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jack’s honor to the American Heart Association.