John “Mike” Ham Sr., 67, of Indianapolis, passed away July 3, 2019. He was born on March 14, 1952 in Indianapolis to the parents of Harold Hadley and Muriel (Colbert) Ham.
Survivors include his lovely wife Lula Murray-Ham, daughter Johnetta Miller (Tom), sons John Ham Jr. (Laura), Daniel Ham (Shila). 11 grandchildren Miranda Twitty, Austin Miller, Nolan Miller, Luke Miller, Austin Ham, Alex Ham, Sarah Ham, Shelby Ham, Meranda Prince, Sydney Rupley, Reese Rupley. 4 great grandchildren Daisy, Willow, Oaklee, Maverick. siblings Marylyn Hendrickson, Rose Hutton (David), Iona “Buzz” Ortiz, Diana Skomp (Alvin), Daniel Ham, Mary Jones (Johnny), Lee Ham (James), Lorri Starner (Neal); numerous nieces and nephews. He also left behind his beloved dog “Birdie”.
Preceding his death is his father and mother, son Joseph Paul Ham, sisters Lisa Louise Ham, Patricia “Tish” O’Connor, and brothers William “Willy” Ham, Richard “Dick” Ham, Robert “Bob” Ham; niece Rachel Wurster.
Graduate of Arsenal Technical High School ’70, business owner of Insulation Sales, Inc., Journeyman of Local 18 Heat & Frost Insulators. Mike was known for his love of music, movies, motorcycles, and spending time with friends and family. He attended City Church of Bloomington In and was part of the Healing Hands Outreach.
Memorial Donations can be made In John’s Name to Healing Hands, 1200 N. Russell Road, Bloomington, IN 47408. Make checks payable to Kim Norris Ministries International or KNMI
Visitation will be held Friday July 12, 2019 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm with a service following at Indiana Funeral Care, 2433 East Main Street, Greenwood In. 46143. Burial will be on Saturday July 13, 2019 at 10:00am at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 5409 West Hurt Road, Monrovia In. 46157.
Online condolences may be shared at www.indianafuneralcare.com
Janet Herrmann Guerrero and families says
Lula and family, I am so sorry to hear of this. Prayers rising for the repose of his soul and for healing and peace that surpasses understanding.
Grady Miller says
Lu,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Plea know you and your family are in my prayers.
Grady Miller
EdDomanick says
Lu
So sorry for your loss. May Mike rest in peace.
Shiela Ham says
Life is too short Johnny! As Hatch would say ‘Truer words were never spoken’. I only wish I had known just how short for you and I. I had a million things to tell you. I will never ever forget the last time you told me you loved me nor will I forget how proud you always were of me. You will remain dear to my heart forever.
Lula, Chopper, lil Dan, daddy, girls, cousins, Rex/Lil J.J., T.C., Short Shorts, Vicky Tummie, Chum/Carol, Lonnie, Damon, Yvette…The Harrington family and Dullen family as well as The Scott’s and Espinoza’s and hundreds more, I am so sorry for your loss. God speed and celebrate!
Always –
Sissy
Marilyn Klutey says
Love to all. Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. Mike touched many and will be truly missed. Marilyn Long Klutey ( Shakey)
James Hendrix says
Lu and family, sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of grief. Prayers for all.
Ron Jines says
Lula & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of MR. John Ham SR. I’m with SPI a competitor of John back in the days when he owned Insulation Sales. John was so well liked my myself and so many others in our business and will be missed by all.
Kent Clark says
The class of ’70 lost an icon! The devilish smile and quick wit will be in our memories forever! A true friend in every meaning of the word. John Michael Ham, Sr will be sorely missed by many, many people. Until we meet again Mike, RIP buddy.
Jo Teague says
Lu: I’m so sorry you lost Mike. Thinking of you. Jo
Albanely Martinez says
Lula, Daniel and Jhonetta:
I am very sorry for your loss. I am praying for healing over this tragedy. May he Rest In Peace.