James R. Samuelson

November 19, 1945 - September 13, 2020

GREENFIELD – James R. Samuelson, age 74, of Greenfield, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on November 19, 1945 to Richard K. and Mary Lou (Thurston) Samuelson. He graduated from North Central High School in 1963 and received his bachelors in business from Indiana University. Mr. Samuelson proudly served in the National Guard. James married Kathy (Abrams) on February 19, 1984 in Sebastian, Florida. He was a self-employed contractor for many years. In the past, he was an air traffic controller in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis. James was a member of Hancock Reformed Baptist Church. His passions include fishing, playing golf, guns, playing the guitar, cars, especially loved the Indianapolis 500. James was very artistic and enjoyed painting and interior design. James is survived by his wife Kathy Samuelson of Greenfield; son, Bradley D. Samuelson of Panama City Beach, FL; Andrea (Rick) Banks of Powder Springs, GA; grandchildren, Jack, Jessica, Mackenzie, Elijah, Griffin, and Samuel; sisters, Janet Blank of Zionsville and Jackie Pendygraft of Carmel; sister and brother-in-law, Sherry and Armin Apple of McCordsville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mary Lou Samuelson. A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory, 1484 W. US Hwy. 40, Greenfield, IN 46140. A private family graveside service will take place at Park Cemetery in Greenfield. Friends may share a memory or condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com.