James-Lifke-Obituary

James Michael Lifke

Santa Claus, Indiana

Oct 22, 1937 – Sep 20, 2018 (Age 80)

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BORN
October 22, 1937
DIED
September 20, 2018
AGE
80
LOCATION
Santa Claus, Indiana

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James Michael LifkeOct. 22, 1937 - Sept. 20, 2018MISHAWAKA, IN - James Michael Lifke, 80, of Santa Claus passed away peacefully Thursday, September 20 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville. James was born October 22, 1937 in Mishawaka to Michael & Ruth (Coil) Lifke. He was united in marriage to...

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I just learned of coach Lifke's passing and want to just let the family know what a great influence he was to the Freshman basketball team clear back in 1969 at Schmucker Middle School. I was the manager on that team and truly enjoyed his demeanor, his style and his ability to get the best out of us all. I had made contact with coach back in December 2017 via Facebook and he still remembered that team very specifically as we won the city championship that year using his terrific zone...

Great friend...Peace and love to his family

Mr. Lifke was my favorite high school teacher. He was so easy to have a conversation with and always encouraging. My thoughts go out to the family. He will surely be missed.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. As time passes may you find peace in the memories you share, and comfort from the hope that God is close to the broken-hearted.