Donald Eugene Brack Jr., 61, of Indianapolis, was taken home by the Lord on June 26, 2014.
Don was born on June 10, 1953 in Evansville, IN to Donald E. Brack Sr. and Gloria Mary Dippel Brack. Don is survived by his beloved wife and children, Andra L. Hazlett Brack, whom he married August 23, 1980. He is also survived by children Robert Eugene (Christine) of Fishers, Leah A. (Rob) Bley of Atlanta, Miriam E. (Ryan) Webber of Lawrence, KS, and Jonathon W. (Paulynn) of Firestone, CO; and his grandchildren, Joseph Eugene Brack of Fishers and Evelynn Annette Brack of Firestone, CO, parents Don and Gloria Brack of Evansville, sisters Cynthia (George) Martin of Evansville, Patricia (Brent) Noblitt of Irvine, CA, Sandra (Robert) Bender of Poseyville, IN, and Christopher (Kim) Brack of Evansville, IN and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Don worked with many trusted friends and family SWC Telecom. He was well-respected in the telecom business for over 40 years by all who knew him, worked for him, and competed against him. Don always considered his fellow employees as family, teaching those who loved him the meaning of sacrifice for the better of others. He was a wonderful example of how deep faith in Jesus Christ is played out in a quiet but determined life.
He attended St. Simon Church and was a member of Rotary Club of Indianapolis Northeast, the Shared Vision Chapter of BNI, and volunteered at the Holy Family Shelter. Preferred memorials are to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis and SonRise Ministries in Anderson.
Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road. Visitation will be on Monday, June 30, 2014 from 3- 5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. You may visit his online guestbook at www.indianafuneralcare.com
Linda Rogers says
On behalf of the staff and faculty of McCleskey Middle School in Marietta, GA, deepest sympathy for Leah and her family.
Mary Baehl Schneider says
I remember Don from grade school in Evansville, Indiana.
We attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School together. He was one year younger than me. Don was well-liked and a happy person.
Bill Hanson says
Andra, Robert and family,
I am very sad to hear of Don’s passing. I first met Don when he used to visit our B.N.I. Chapter in Carmel, during the 90’s.He was kindly man and always pleasant.
Bill Hanson
JOANIE DAYWALT says
Sweet man, enjoyed working with him at SWC.
Susan Renshaw says
Dear Andra,
So sorry for your loss; so thankful for Don’s being “present with the Lord”!!!
Praying for you and all your family.
I think of you, along with the whole Grace family, often…
Love,
Susan Renshaw (and Steve of course)
Charly Brewster says
A. B.
Truly sorry for your loss. Will miss Don very much.
C. B.
Laurie Colby-Hauke says
My condolences to Don’s family. Don was a great person. He will truly be missed.
Laurie Colby-Hauke
Tom Branum, Sr. says
Don was one of the nicest people I have ever met. He had a ready smile and was easy to like and to talk with from the first meeting. While some members of Indianapolis Northeast Rotary Club dress more casually for our Wednesday lunches, Don was always well dressed in a suit and tie.Our running joke was that I also wore a suit and tie so he would not be the only one.
His interest in Rotary was strong and he would have been an outstanding club president. Few people were more willing to devote time to service opportunities than Don.
He was a fine man. I will miss him greatly.
Tom Branum
Don and Margaret Sadler says
Leah,
We are praying for you at this difficult time. Both of us have lost our fathers and can understand some of your feelings during these days. God is good and His comfort is always available.
God bless you and your family.
Patty noblii says
Dear Andra andFamily
So sorry to hear. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am in route and will be with all of you tomorrow. So sorry
Love
Patty
Stephanie Harper says
Andra and Family-
Our deepest sympathies go out to you all. We are definitely thinking of and praying for you. Thankful for our Good Savior who does not leave you to grieve without Hope. May He also give you awareness of his Goodness and Love as you go through this difficult time.
With much love,
The Harpers
Greta Cline says
I have worked with Don through the years regarding the telecom needs of our company. He is someone that leaves a lasting impression after every conversation. You always felt “happy” after speaking with him. His delivery and demeanor is something that I admired and will be missed. The TGHR family is thinking of you all during this sad time.
Tom & Dixie Ashby says
We are so sad to hear of Don’s passing. Please know we are thinking of you and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom & Dixie Ashby
Mike Tapp says
I am very sad to hear the news of Don’s passing. He was great to work with and I always will remember one of his sayings “a bad day with a customer is always better than a good day in the office” He will be truly missed – my deepest condolences to the family.
Kevin Freels says
Terribly sorry for your loss. I was just getting to know Don over the last year from multiple projects we were working on together and from what I could tell, he was one of the most sincere and genuine people I’ve ever met.
Rod and Kathy Leatherbury says
Miriam, Leah & Family –
We were so sad to hear of your father’s passing. We know your hearts are full sorrow. Remember to treasure your memories for they stay with you forever.
Kathy & Rod Leatherbury
Bill Reid says
Andra and Family, So sorry for your loss. Don and I worked together years ago at KLF, then again at Southern Telecom. Always a gentleman, very professional and extremely knowledgeable with telecom and data, a real class guy.
Shelley & Bob Yates says
I had the great pleasure of working with Don over the past year. Bob and I are deeply saddened at the news of his passing and our hearts go out to you and your family Andra, and to Don’s extended family at SWC Telecom. We pray God’s loving arms comfort you during this very difficult time.
Dale Spond says
Don and Gloria,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel foe Don’s untimely passing. Charlotte and I send our prayers and condolences to you and your family. May God Bless.
Diana D. Clark says
I am so sorry for your loss. Don will be deeply missed here @ Holy Family Shelter. He was an awesome volunteer in the computer lab.I will keep you in my prayers.God Bless you all.
Matthew Dodson says
Don led by example. He will be missed.
Kris Scharbert says
Leah, Rob and family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I understand your loss and want you to know that the Lord will comfort you and give you grace and peace as you remember your Dad with love!
Love to you both!!!
Kris Scharbert