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James Schrage Obituary
Carmel - James Thomas "J.T." Schrage, Jr., 65, of Carmel, passed away September 28, 2018. He was born September 12, 1953 in Anderson, Indiana to the late James T. and Mary Rose (Wesselman) Schrage. He was a 1971 graduate of Cathedral High School and attended Lincoln Technical Institute.
J.T. is survived by his wife of almost 47 years, Cathy (Mitkus) Schrage, two daughters, Christy and Lisa; siblings, Ann Schrage, Bill (Debbie) Schrage, Joe (Pam) Schrage, Jane (Jon) Selsemeyer, and Jean (Don) Kingen; in-laws, Vito and Anthea Mitkus; and many nieces and nephews.
J.T. and Cathy met at the North Willow Farms Club House. They were married at St. Luke Catholic Church on November 27, 1971. Cathy was the love of his life, and he loved their daughters with all of his heart.
J.T. was retired as proud owner of J.T.'s Car Care. J.T. loved traveling with Cathy, tending to his famous garden, camping, learning history, and watching old movies. He was an avid fan of IU basketball, the Cincinnati Reds, and PGA Golf. He was a terrific baseball player. J.T. taught both of his daughters the art of pitching in fast-pitch softball and went on to be a volunteer pitching coach at Carmel High School before becoming head women's softball coach at IUPUI. J.T. loved coaching many players throughout his career and cherished the memories of the time spent with them, especially those of the 1994 Carmel High School Girls Softball IHSAA State Championship winning team.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at 11:30 AM at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holliday Drive East, Indianapolis, Indiana, with calling from 9:30 AM until time of Mass at the church. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.
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Pat Dolan
September 23, 2024
I remember JT.
Pat Dolan
October 16, 2018
I knew JT growing up in North Willow--we played some hoop on this or that driveway. He had a wicked fadeaway jumpshot, which no one could stop. Later, he worked on my cars.
In my recollection, he was honest, lighthearted, and good at whatever he put his hands to.
He was too young. My heart goes out to all his family.
Kevin Dolan
October 16, 2018
Shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of a GREAT guy!
Carol DesRoches Thiele
October 4, 2018
Sorry can't be there, my heart goes out to the family. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Carol DesRoches Theile
September 29, 2018
JT was an old classmate and neighbor. Lots of memories. God bless the family. God bring peace and comfort.
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