James Michael Planalp, 64, a resident of Speedway, passed away on December 18, 2018. Jim was born in Tipton, Indiana on January 10, 1954 to Helen Louise and Lawrence Murl Planalp.
Jim was retired from Rolls Royce engine manufacturing in Indianapolis. His passions including his family and drag racing.
Jim leaves behind his wife Teri; children, Katina Sutherland, Susan Smith, Melissa Planalp, and Scott Planalp; stepchildren, Paul “Buddy” Stanton IV, Shawn Stanton, Rachel Grogan, and
Robert Eddy; grandchildren, : Emilee, Madison, Brandon, Kelsa, Cameron, Kegan, Kaylee, Victoria, Paul, Taylor, Nayla, Debbie, Kaleb, Abby, Dylan; great grandchildren, Matthew, Lyam, and Erik; mother, Helen Planalp; sisters, Carolyn Wisehart and DeeAnn Porter; brothers, Robert, Bryan, and Jeff Planalp; and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Murl.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, January 4 at Rock Prairie Baptist Church, 421 N. Ash Street, Tipton, Indiana; with visitation beginning at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Vincent Heart Program or the Indy Oncology Center.
Since Jim enjoyed racing, especially at Raceway Park; there will be a celebration there at a later date.
Brittany says
My sincere sympathies to the Planalp family. I’m very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this period of mourning. A comforting thought at times like these can soothe the heart. The Bible reveals that it is God’s purpose to restore the dead to life by means of a resurrection to a paradise earth, where sickness and “death will be no more.” (Revelation 21:4) Jesus said: “The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.” (John 5:28,29) Imagine seeing your dear loved ones again and being reunited with them. God has promised to make that a reality for his faithful ones.
Jim Buter says
We were shocked at the loss of our dear brother in law, Jim Planalp. We pray for condolescences and the peace of understanding for the rest of his family especially his beloved Teri. I know we will miss his big smile and sense of humor.
Shawn Sutherland says
Jim it was a pleasure knowing you even being your son in law for many years, you were always a good guy, you loved your family and always greated everyone with a welcoming smile and hello, godspeed to you brother and see you at the great dragstrip in the sky!!!
Kathy Hoke says
Condolences to Jeff and his family on the death of his brother Jim.
Scott, Ashley, and Dylan Planalp says
I love you dad no one has a clue at my loss. We had alot of great times building racecars encluding yours. I had still so much knowledge to still gain from you. It breaks my heart that it all ended so much earlier than i wanted but you have a respect of mine that no other can say they have. You had the heaviest influence of my life. I promise to always keep you dear to my heart as you can never be replaced. Ashley Dylan and I just wish we coulda said good bye one last time. We all heart ache and and mourn your passing i promise to always keep the camaro on the track and in your name and as you kept it. I. Cant help but break down in tears at the sound of your name. You will always have a place in a special spot in my heart. I hope you know your gone but can not be forgotten. Your were and forever will be thw best DAD and MAN i will ever have the pleasure to meet. Rest in peace DADDY. We will miss and love you untill we have the pleasure to be reunited untill then DAD just know i hope i can fill half the shoes and be half the man you were and forever will be in our hearts. Sincerely love Scott, Ashley, and Dylan.
Helen Mcphearson says
My dearest Katina I am very sorry to hear about your dad’s passing prayers for all of you i am here if you need me much love sister
Mike Coyle says
From his friends and officials at Lucas Oil Raceway Jim will be missed he was always happy to be at the track with his racing family and he will be missed
Carol Borland Ballard says
Much love to all..
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Larry and Sandy Miller says
To the Planalp families, you are all in our prayers. It is hard to lose someone you love. The important thing is to stay together as a family and love one another while you can.
Wish we could be there to give you a hug. Larry and Sandy Miller.