John W. "Jack" Burwell

John W. "Jack" Burwell, age 76, of Noblesville, IN died August 31, 2013 at his home. He was born November 21, 1936 at Arcadia, IN to James M. and Alice Lucille (Merrik) Burwell.

Jack, as he was affectionately known, was a graduate of Jackson Central High School with the Class of 1954. He the served his country in the U.S. Army from January 1955 to November of 1957. He then worked for 31 years as an inspector for Chrysler Corporation at Kokomo, IN. Upon his retirement from Chrysler Corporation, Jack, an avid horseman, became employed at Hoosier Park and Racing Casino where he worked for 15 years.

He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all he cherished spending time with his family.

He married Gerlene "Jerri" (Green) Burwell on March 8, 1974. She survives him. Also surviving is a sister, Geraldine Miller of Atlanta, IN, brothers: James Burwell of Norman OK and Joseph Burwell of Sheridan, IN, Step-son: Robby Woodruff of Arcadia, IN, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Preceding him in death are two sisters: Judy Baxter and Mary Jo Burwell.

Visitation will be Thursday, September 5, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel. Graveside rites will then be held Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. at Crownland Cemetery at Noblesville, IN with Rev. Thomas Metzger officiating. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Cicero American Legion Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. You may send condolences at http://www.hartleyfuneralhomes.com/. Visitation
September 05, 2013
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Hartley Funeral Home Cicero Chapel 209 W. Jackson St
Cicero, IN
(317) 984-3614 Graveside Service
September 07, 2013
10:00 AM
Crownland Cemetery 1776 Monument Street
Noblesville, IN
(317) 773-1786