Joseph W. "Bill" Flora
September 29, 1922 - April 14, 2021
Joseph W. “Bill” Flora, 98, of New Palestine, passed away April 14, 2021. He was born September 29, 1922 in Hoagland, Indiana to the late Robert C. and Josephine Flora. Bill received his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Ball State University. He served in the Merchant Marines and married Doris in 1948. Bill was an Electrical Engineer for Western Electric for 35 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Southeastern Church of Christ and the Indianapolis Hiking Club. Visitation will be Monday, April 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 East Washington Street. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Doris G. Flora; daughter, Jean M. Flora; son, James B. Flora; and one granddaughter, Leslie Ann Flora. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Habitat for Humanity.
Joseph W. “Bill” Flora, 98, of New Palestine, passed away April 14, 2021. He was born September 29, 1922 in Hoagland, Indiana to the late Robert C. and Josephine Flora. Bill received his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from... View Obituary & Service Information