Michael L. Harwood

Feb. 19, 1957-May 7, 2023

Michael L. Harwood of Crawfordsville passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at University Hospital in Indianapolis. He was 66.

Mike loved working on cars and getting into projects, though not necessarily finishing them. He could fix or repair almost anything with an engine.  Mike had a passion for the outdoors and fast toys, from snowmobiles and dirt bikes to motorcycles and his beloved truck, “Old Blue.” He worked at RR Donnelley and Sons for 42 years.

He was born Feb. 19, 1957, at Crawfordsville, to Jack (Delores) Harwood and Barb (Ivan) Eppert. He graduated from Crawfordsville High School.

Mike leaves behind: daughter Cortney (Phil) Garrett; two granddaughters, Pyper and Clover; his parents, Ivan and Barb Eppert; siblings, Randy (Jackie) Harwood, Scott Eppert, Ann Gossett, Susie Mann, Russell Harwood and Charna Watson; his companion, Vicky Fruits; along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; two sisters; a brother; a niece; a nephew; and a sister-in-law.

A gathering to celebrate the life of Michael Harwood will be held 6-8 p.m. Monday, May 15 at Burkhart Funeral Home, 201 W. Wabash Ave., with a service at 8 p.m.