Richard W. Solly, 75, a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, October 12, 2017, after a long illness.
Richard was born on April 30, 1942 in Indianapolis. He served 6 years in the United States Army and was a Vietnam War Veteran. He owned his own carpet cleaning business for many years, and then became the Director of Maintenance for 15 years with the Lockhart Automotive Group. He retired in 2011.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jeannie Solly; children, Russell (Wanda) Solly, Jeffery Solly, and Christina Hiner; grandchildren, Ericka Hiner, Jordan Hiner, Lilly Solly, Nigel Fox, Eli Fox, and Joshua Solly; and one great-granddaughter. He also raised his young brother-in-law, Cris (Tess) Plunkett, from the age of 12.
Richard drove a parade car for the Indianapolis 500 Club for 15 years, and was an avid fisherman.
He has gone home to the lord to be with his oldest son, Phil, who passed in 1990. Life will never be the same without him. He will be missed.
The family will greet visitors from 1:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Saturday, October 21, 2017, at Indiana Funeral Care, 8151 Allisonville Road Indianapolis. A Military Honors service will be held at 4:00 p.m.
LuAnn Watson says
I’m so sorry Jeannie. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Wolford says
I was so sorry to hear about Rick’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Troy and Travis extend their condolences as well.
Jill Wilson says
Jeannie, I am so sorry to hear this. I was out of town this wknd and just saw the obituary. I love you and know that I am thinking of you â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Grant Rook says
Praying for living Loved ones.Jeannie,Usty,Christy and my buddy ,Jeff, you have my condolences.
Barbara Galliher says
I am so sorry Jeannie your in my thought and prayers and so is your family.
Steve Shuffitt says
Jeannie and the rest of the Solly family I’m sorry to hear that Mr Solly has passed thought and prayers are with your family at this tuff time
Bert Sugden says
Sorry to hear about Richard, he was always kind and wanted the best for you. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God is now looking over Richard and his son Phil.
Janet R Cummings says
As sad as you are, I know you are glad he is at peace! Call if you need me…
Vicki Catron says
So sorry for your loss. You and family are in my prayers.
Rosanne Atterson (CBA Team) says
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. I was just asking about you the week before last to Carlee.
Tisha Braun says
All my prayers and love go out to you.
Sara Callahan says
I am sorry for your loss. You and your family is in my prayers.
Teresa and John Pierce says
I am so sorry. Prayers to you and your family. You have been on my mind recently. Please call if there is anything I can do.
Kathy Curtiss says
So very sorry for your loss Jeannie! Love, thoughts, and prayers for you and your family.
Linda Tortora says
If love would have healed him he would have lived forever. It’s never easy and if you need a friend I am here.
Bowers says
Jeannine,
Rick was one heck of a man! I’m sorry for your loss!
With love,
Bowers Family