Lewis Lundberg

Lewis L. Lundberg, 88, of Indianapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Lewis retired after a very successful career in Naval Aviation, which took him from Indianapolis to Lakehurst, NJ and finally to the Pentagon where he earned the Distinguished Public Service Award (the highest honor the Navy can bestow upon a civilian).

Born in Burton, Michigan on June 30, 1937, he spent his summers at the family homestead in Rapid River, Michigan where he was mentored by his grandfather. He attended Bendle High School and graduated from Michigan State University with an Electrical Engineering degree. He met Lois Schafer in Rapid River, and they were married on January 3, 1959.

Lewis was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, and enjoyed woodworking, music, and travelling.

Lewis was proceeded in death by his first wife of 57 years, Lois. He is survived by his wife, Sarah (Tressler), his children, Paul Lundberg, Beth (Rick) Monroe, and John (Lee) Lundberg; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life service will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Indianapolis on March 15, with visitation from 1:00-3:00 pm and services starting at 3:00 pm with Rev. David McClean officiating. Flanner Buchanan Funeral Centers of Indianapolis, IN and The Anderson Funeral Home of Gladstone, MI are assisting the Lundberg family.