William Figueroa

William Figueroa (Bill) of Indianapolis, IN formerly a longtime resident of Merrillville, IN passed away February 2, 2016. Born in East Chicago, IN on November 18, 1933 to Francisco and Consuelo Figueroa, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Lois Marie Figueroa, his eldest son, William Figueroa Jr., as well as siblings, Frank, George, Carmen, and Connie. He is survived by five children: Rebecca (Pat Lee) of Columbus, OH, Veronica (Fred Haas) of St. Louis, MO, Tony (Rhonda) of Fishers, IN, Christine (Dan Ryan), and Stephen (Sarah) both from Indianapolis; 17 grandchildren; and siblings, Gus, Louie, Lupe’, and Irene. Bill served as a Corpsman in the Korean War on the USS Wasp, was employed by NCR for over 20 years, and became a successful entrepreneur as the owner of Pepe’s Tacos in Valparaiso, IN. A man of faith and current member of St. Pius in Indianapolis, he was a longtime member of Our Lady of Consolation while living in Merrillville. Bill lived his life for his family, often sneaking his grandchildren handfuls of candy and money. He loved the Chicago Bears and was learning to love his new hometown Colts, while cheering on Peyton Manning. He was a humble but charismatic man that gave the best hugs ever and made everyone feel as if they were the most beautiful person in the world. Although a private man, Bill cherished his many friendships at Newport Bay in Indianapolis. Friends may call at Geisen Funeral Home, 7905 Broadway in Merrillville on Wed., Feb. 10th from 6-8pm. A celebration of his life will be held at Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church, 8303 Taft St. in Merrillville on Thurs., Feb. 11th at 10am. Burial will follow at Ridgelawn Cemetery. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section of www.flannerbuchanan.com.