Michael "Mike" John Mansfield

Michael John Mansfield, 68, passed away on July 31st, 2026. He was born on January 18th, 1958, to William and Eileen Mansfield in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was a graduate of Northwest High School in Indianapolis, Indiana, class of 1976. He married his grade school sweetheart, Karen Ann Grable, in 1977 and had two children.

Mike worked for General Motors and Allison Transmission in Speedway, Indiana. He enjoyed his job as a Union Representative for UAW 933. He liked bargaining agreements, handling grievances and advocating for fair treatment and safety for his fellow employees. 

Mike loved football, he played in grade school and high school. He liked cheering on the Indianapolis Colts and watching the Superbowl. He loved watching his grandchildren play sports. He took joy in hunting and passing that tradition down to his son and his grandson. He spent lots of time at the woods target shooting with them. He liked going on camping trips with his family. He enjoyed sleepovers with the grandchildren. He liked playing games with them and making them laugh.

Mike was a simple man. He didn't need a big house or a fancy car or lots of money. He enjoyed the gifts God gave us. He loved the outdoors and watching the wildlife and growing a garden.

Being with family meant a lot to Mike. He loved the holidays and family gatherings. He enjoyed the Halloween parties and family reunions that were hosted at the family barn home in the woods.

Mike loved his Catholic faith and taking his family to Mass every Sunday. He would beam after mass when people would comment about his beautiful family.  

Mike's smile, the twinkle in his eyes, his quick and witty sense of humor and the love he had for his family will be truly missed.

Mike is survived by his wife Karen, their two children; Jason (Falynn) Mansfield of Clayton, Indiana, Carissa (Brandon) Wooden of Plainfield, Indiana. He is also survived by two grandsons; Cash and J-Michael; four granddaughters; Vayla, Raylee, Laya, and Mykah; A brother Tom (Traci) Mansfield, and a sister Janet (Mark) Wroten.