Robert Paul Black

Robert Paul Black, 60, of Indianapolis passed away suddenly on December 12, 2017. He was born June 22, 1957 in Indianapolis to Kenneth and Mary Black.

He was a graduate from Decatur Central High School in 1975 and became an ordained minister January 17, 2010. He was a member of Marwood Baptist Church in Indianapolis. He spent the last 40 years working for Target Distribution Centers, a job he planned to retire from in just two years. Family describes Robert as a true man of God who held steadfast to his Christian faith and would do anything to help others out. He was a huge fan of John Wayne, going as far as devoting an entire room in his home to the western legend. He was one of a kind and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting him.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents and 1 great-nephew. Surviving to cherish his memory are his siblings; Barb (Tim) Nawrocki and John (Joanne) Black, nieces and nephews; Jarred Black, Jillian Black-Wiggington, Jordan (Kayla) Black, Johnalee Black; 2 great-nieces; 4 great-nephews; and bis beloved pets, Abby and Cashew.

Friends and family may visit 4-8 PM Friday, December 15 at Flanner Buchanan-Decatur Township, 5463 Kentucky Avenue, Indianapolis. Services will be held 2 PM Saturday, December 16 at Marwood Baptist Church, Indianapolis.