Louis Savka Sr.

Was preceded in death by his parents John and Anna, and wife Phyllis (2023), his high school sweetheart.

Loving brother to Sally DiNunzio and John (deceased,)

Louis was father to six children; Nancy Nichols (Terry), Dan (Barb), Lou, Jr (Lissa), Jane Heuring (Dave), David (deceased), and Stuart (Amy.)

Grandfather to 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

He was a 2nd generation American, grew up in Cleveland, a Veteran of the US Army, graduated from Kent State University (Ohio), began a work career in the trucking management industry and retired as a National Account Executive with Preston Trucking Company, Inc. in Indianapolis. His many hobbies included fishing, woodworking, RV traveling, making snow forts/sled courses/giant snowmen, winemaking, cooking/grilling and making authentic Slovak kielbasa (klobása).

His wisdom, drive, endurance, encouragement and ability to challenge oneself reflected on his role as a family patriarch. His exclamation of the Polish phrase “Matka Boska” (Mother of God) was a favorite that his family and friends will remember fondly.

His memorial service will be on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Leppert-Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240 (317) 844-3966. Viewing will start at 12 noon EST with a service to be held at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested in his name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Online condolences available at www.leppertmortuary.com