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Peter Schug Obituary
Peter (Pete) Schug, age 73, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully at 7:43 p.m. on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at Creasy Springs Health Campus where he had been a patient for the past two weeks. He was born August 25, 1939 in Berne, Indiana to the late Charlotte (Skoronski) Schug and Everett Schug. He married Sharon A. Huser on August 24, 1963 in Berne, IN.
Pete is survived by his wife, Sharon; son, Brad; daughter, Julie Cserep (husband Dan) and grandson Michael Everett all of Lafayette; his sister, Isabella Allen of Portland, Oregon; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Otto F. Schug and his sister, Anna Louise Burns.
Pete graduated from Berne French High School in 1957 as an all star basketball player and still holds the high score record of 42 points in a game. He also graduated from Taylor University and Ball State University where he played basketball and football. He and his wife moved to Lafayette in 1963 where he taught biology and zoology first at Sunnyside Middle School and then at Lafayette Jefferson High School, for a total of 33 years. Pete was the varsity swim coach at Lafayette Jeff for 15 years and contributed to 10 consecutive sectional championships for the men's team. In 1972 Pete was president of the Indiana High School Swim Coach's Association. In 1976 Pete and his wife Sharon started their awards business that is now Schug Awards.com which Sharon continues to own and operate with Pete retiring from the business in 2000. Pete and Sharon enjoyed winters in Florida and he enjoyed fishing and singing Karaoke.
Pete has been a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ where he was an Elder and Deacon and formerly chaired the social events committee. Pete was also a member of the Lafayette Rotary Club.
Pete was lifelong teacher and coach in and out of the classroom and was blessed with his first grandchild, Michael, earlier this year.
The family will receive friends Sunday 1-4 p.m. at Hippensteel Funeral Home with the service to follow at 4 p.m., the Rev. Dr. Ronald W. Wunsch officiating and a close friend, Jim Sharp, speaking. The family suggests memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Lafayette Jefferson High School Athletics, or Immanuel United Church of Christ. Hippensteel Funeral Home entrusted with care. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Schug
Mike McCool
September 27, 2012
Sharon, Brad, and Julie,
I'm sorry to hear about Coaches passing.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Cheryl McCool
September 21, 2012
Sharon,
I am so sorry I missed the information about Pete. You are in my prayers and thoughts and I will try to get in touch with you soon. My best to you and your family.
Your friend, Dot Baker
Erilda Coleman
September 19, 2012
Dearest Sharon & family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Know you will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lane Custer
September 18, 2012
I was so saddened to read of your loss Sharon. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron & Sharon Fueger
September 18, 2012
Sharon,
We were so sorry to hear about Peter's passing. We loved working with you both while living in Lafayette, & getting tropies for Jr. golf.
Ron & Sharon Fueger
Kathy Shedd
September 18, 2012
Brad & Family- so sorry to hear of your dad's passing- praying you are comforted by friends and family...God Bless.
Annette Rush-Wills
September 17, 2012
I had Mr. Schug for biology at Sunnyside. I also took swim lessons with him at Vinton Pool in the summer. He was a great teacher on both accounts. I have always remebered him as a positive influance in life.God bless you Mr. Schug.
Steve "Atlas" Atkinson
September 17, 2012
I can honestly say that I owe everything I have or have done, to Pete. I will never forget him and what he gave me. God bless Pete Schug.
Jacque Nugent-Keener
September 17, 2012
I had Mr. Schug at Sunnyside Jr High. His classes were always fun. He will be remembered by hundreds. Prayers for Mrs. Schug and family.
Kristen Leonard
September 17, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Schug family. I had Mr. Schug as a teacher at Jeff, and even though I hated science and dissecting, I loved his class simply because of his personality! I have many memories of fun times in Mr. Schug's class.
Marsha (Deaton) Angstadt
September 17, 2012
I had Mr. Schug as a teacher at Jeff. Many fun memories! My thoughts & prayers are with the family!
Lynn and Karen Simler
September 17, 2012
Dear Sharon....Julie...Dan...Brad,
The service was wonderful. Pete would of been very proud of how many people were there to show their love and support. Our hugs and prayers will always be with you.
Lynn and Karen Simler
September 16, 2012
So many fond memories when we first met, and you guys convincing us West Wind was the best place to live in Florida! The boat rides in the Gulf. You will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with Sharon, Julie, & Brad during this sad time.
John & Margie Carr
September 16, 2012
Dear Schug Family,
I have many fond memories of all you during my time in Lafayette. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Pete rest in peace and rise in glory and may light perpetual shine upon him.
With deep sympathy,
Katie (Kensinger) Rose
Helen & Roger Panicucci
September 16, 2012
Saying good bye is the hardest thing. Pete will be missed by all his friends and family. Keep songs in your hearts for him! I think he would like that.
Cheryl Ehresman Dixon
September 16, 2012
Heaven has gained an awesome man....I'll see you again one day and you will probably ask me where my biology book is!! You were one of my favorite teachers, so many people have become the men and women they are today because of your mentoring.
Andrew and Celia Yeo
September 16, 2012
Julie,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this special time.
Rick Sexson
September 16, 2012
To a great coach and a great man! The Bronchos have lost one of their own!
Jayne (Dellinger) Auksel
September 15, 2012
Sharon and Family - I was so saddened to hear about Pete's passing. I will always remember him fondly from Elmwood Court as well as from school. He was a great guy.
kellie owen-hills
September 15, 2012
You will be missed
Tom Lindsey
September 15, 2012
Schug Family
I was saddened to hear of coaches passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family through this hard time. I will always have great memories of coach throughout my life. Thanks coach
"Go For Petes Sake"
Sandra Eberle
September 15, 2012
Sharon may god bless you and your family and hold you close to his heart at this sad time of Pete's passing. Fannie and I will always have wonderful memories of great times we all shared with Pete at West Wend. Pete will be missed.
Dave Bradshaw
September 15, 2012
Sharon and Family
Please accept my sincere sympathy on Coaches passing. I never had him in class but I "had" him many mornings and afternoons in the pool. My box vaults still contain a shirt that reads, "GO FOR PETES SAKE". Without him, I wouldn't be the man I am today.
Carol & Jake Jacobson
September 15, 2012
To Sharon and family....Jake & I were saddened to hear of Pete's passing; we will miss his big smile at West Wind. Hugs to you and everyone there. Will be in touch with you regarding renting your place in Fla.
Lynn Schilling
September 15, 2012
I had the privilege of having Mr. Schug as a science teacher and swimming instructor while at Jefferson High School. He always wore a smile and had a fun, kind word to say. He touched many lives in a very positive way. he will be greatly missed. Prayers for his family.
Gordon/Sally Landis
September 15, 2012
Sharon & Family,
Please accept our sympathy. We winter in Westwind and rented across the street on Ocean Reef; will miss seeing Pete this winter - he always had a smile and a bright hello. Our love & prayers to your family.
Michael Welch
September 15, 2012
I had Mr. Schug in high school at Jeff back in the late 70's. Although I had many teachers, he is one of very few that has always remained in my memory. One of my favorites. May God comfort the family during this hard time.
Anne Schaaf- Berstler
September 15, 2012
I had Mr. Schug in High School at Jeff. He was a great teacher! So sad to hear of his passing. I will be keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.....
Dan & Mary Benedict
September 15, 2012
Sharon, thinking of you and your family,
Dan & Mary Benedict
September 15, 2012
God bless you Sharon and family. I was blessed to have Coach as a key mentor in my life and I will be forever grateful for his guidance and support!
Dave Ulrich...Broncho Tanker 1972-1974
Chuck Haley
September 15, 2012
See you again someday Coach Pete...a Gentleman and a Broncho/
September 14, 2012
Dear Sharon and Family. we are so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. He was quite a guy! His personality was like a bright diamond! You couldnt help but to be drawn in by him! The community will miss him! Please accept our sincere sympathy! Kevin & Mary
John and Roz Moore
September 14, 2012
Sharon and family...
sorry to hear of Pete's passing. He will be remembered and missed...We are traveling in California and so will miss seeing you. love and hugs
Dennis and Brenda O'Brien
September 14, 2012
You fought the good fight until the end, dear friend. Your smile and friendship will always be something we will treasure. May God have you singing in that great choir in heaven when we arrive. We love you, Pete.
American Heart Association
September 14, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Tim McCormick
September 14, 2012
See you again Coach
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