Indiana Motor Truck Association

Daniel Jaye Frieden, 80, of Greenwood passed away with his family by his side on May 6, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1945, to the late Robert E and Bonnie M Frieden.

Daniel graduated from Porter Business College and went to build a successful career in the transportation industry that included top management positions with Trailways, Greyhound, Zipp Express and Air Road Express. Daniel retired from Venture Logistics after 11 years as President and CEO where his leadership, dedication and strong work ethic were deeply valued.

Above all, Daniel, was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. His life centered around the people he loved most, and he found great joy in the time spent with family.

Daniel enjoyed many fun filled days on the golf course with his friends and business associates and never turned down an opportunity to hit the links. His friends would attest his favorite hole; like theirs, was the 19th hole.

Daniel was a Colts season ticket holder for over 20 years and enjoyed attending with Louise and friends. Daniel also liked to attend as many of his grandson's events as possible while they were growing up and enjoyed following Tyler's collegiate football career.

Daniel was a member of the Indiana Motor Truck Association where he served on many committees and served on its Board of Directors and was a past Chairman. He worked tirelessly raising money for the TIPAC committee. He was serving as an honorary board member at the time of his passing. Daniel was a long-time member of the Hillcrest Country Club and Dye's Walk Country Club where he developed lifetime friendships.

Those who knew Daniel will remember him as a loyal friend who was always willing to help and would volunteer to get things done. He had a great sense of humor and strong work ethic which was only second to his strong sense of devotion to his family.

He is survived by his loving wife, I. Louise Frieden; his children Michelle Frieden and Jay Frieden and his wife Heather; his three grandsons, Colton (Makenna), Caden (Zoey) and Tyler, Great Grandson Bearett; his brother Ronald Frieden and his wife Laura; and his sister Karen Wilson.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert E. Frieden and Bonnie M Frieden and brother-in-law Jim Wilson.

A celebration of Daniel's life will be conducted at 1:00pm on Friday, May 15, 2026, at G.H. Herman Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 1605 S. State Road 135, Greenwood. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor his memory share stories and celebrate a life well lived from 11:00am until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA) at www.lbda.org

Daniel's memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him, and the legacy of love he leaves behind will remain with his family for years to come.

The family invites those who knew Daniel to share their memories, photographs and condolences online, helping to honor his legacy and keep his memory alive.

We had a full house at our Terre Haute Scale House Visit!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this informative and hands-on opportunity. Events like these provide valuable insight into the inspection process and help keep our industry informed and prepared.

If you missed this today’s scale house visit hosted by Indiana State Police - Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, don’t worry — there’s another opportunity coming up!

Be sure to register today for our upcoming West Harrison Scale House Visit. We look forward to seeing you there!

https://web.intrucking.org/events/Safety%20Maintenance%20Council%20SMC%20Scale%20Visit%20%20Terre%20Haute-5512/details

🚨 Don’t Miss This Important Industry Update 🚨

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is rolling out MOTUS in 2026—a modernized online registration system set to replace the Unified Registration System (URS) and FMCSA Portal.

Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Ken Riddle, Director of Registrations at FMCSA, as he breaks down what this transition means for your operation.

MOTUS will centralize USDOT number applications, operating authority, and safety data into one secure, mobile-friendly platform—streamlining processes, improving user experience, and helping reduce fraud across the industry.

This is your opportunity to hear directly from FMCSA leadership and prepare your organization for what’s ahead.

👉 Register today - https://web.intrucking.org/events/MOTUS-Webinar-Featuring-Ken-Riddle-Director-of-Registrations-Federal-Motor-Carrier-Safety-Administration-5530/details

Don’t Miss This Timely Webinar!

Cargo theft is evolving and it’s no longer just physical. Today’s criminals are using cyber tactics and social engineering to exploit vulnerabilities across the supply chain. Are you prepared?

Join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST for:

“Clicks, Cons & Cargo: How Cyber and Social Engineering Drive Modern Theft”

Presented by McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC company, and US Marine Insurance Group, this webinar will break down:
✔️ How cybercrime is impacting cargo theft
✔️ Real-world social engineering schemes targeting fleets
✔️ Practical strategies to protect your business

Sponsored by the Future Leaders of Indiana

Whether you’re in operations, safety, or leadership this is critical insight you don’t want to miss.

👉 Register today and stay ahead of emerging threats!

https://web.intrucking.org/events/Lunch%20Learn%20%20Clicks%20Cons%20%20Cargo%20How%20Cyber%20and%20Social%20Engineering%20Drive%20Modern%20Theft-5525/details

Congratulations to Indiana Chair of House Roads and Transportation Committee Jim Pressel on being named IMTA’s Legislator of the Year.

This recognition reflects his strong leadership and ongoing commitment to advancing transportation policy and supporting the industry across Indiana. We appreciate his partnership and the meaningful impact of his work.

Good morning from the IMTA staff pets 🐾💛 Happy National Pet Day!

Our furry coworkers are stealing the spotlight today—and we know yours are just as lovable.

We want to see your pets! Drop a picture of them in the comments and tell us their name 🐶🐱🐾

The Indiana Motor Truck Association is proud to recognize our Driver of the Month honorees (25 Years of Service & Under)—an exceptional group of professionals who are helping shape the future of Indiana’s trucking industry.

These individuals exemplify a commitment to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence early in their careers—setting a high standard for the industry.

Please join us in recognizing their achievements:

January: James Nance – Online Transport
February: Gary England – Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
March: Michael Spencley – Walmart Transportation
April: Brett Key – Walmart Transportation
May: Kurt Navarro – Target Stores, Inc.
June: Nick Harding – Walmart Transportation
July: Andrew Ross – Carter Logisteed Logistics, LLC
August: Myles Piotrowski – FedEx Freight
September: Nick King – Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
October: Jason Hagedorn – Online Transport
November: William Eastman – Walmart Transportation
December: Mia Paro – Carter Logisteed Logistics, LLC

We commend each of these drivers for their dedication and contributions to keeping our roads safe and our industry moving forward.

Thank you to our award sponsor Great West Casualty Company
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