Ivan Leroy PREDIGER

Used to see him at Rays bar in Polk City. I grew up watching a great defenseman and enforcer. It's 2024 and I was going through the memories of my childhood watching the Oak Leads. God bless!!!

I came across this obituary and I'm very sorry for the loss of Mr. Prediger. I enjoyed many of his games as a fan of the Flint Generals. Whenever Des Moines came to the IMA Sports Arena I knew it would be a great game with him in the lineup. You know he was good because the Flint fans didn't like him! In fact, he played in the first professional game I ever saw, Des Moines vs. Port Huron Flags, in Port Huron!

I played for Ivan, he was a great guy, sorry too here he left us, he was truly a good person.

While living in Toledo, Ohio, we were ardent supporters of the Toledo Blades. We fondly remember the many battles with the Des Moines Oak Leafs. Ivan was a fierce competitor and a talented defenceman who always gave 100 % effort. Condolences to Ivan's family. a

Judy, Pam and Pete...so sorry to read of the passing of Ivan. It has been many years since working together in Weyburn and I have thought of you often over the years wondering were life's path had taken you. He was a great guy and we will forever remember our laughs, our sorrow and all of our time together in the wonderful, wacky world of junior hockey. Our condolences to all of you and your familes...RIP in peace big guy

Judy, Pam & Pete. Sorry to here of Ivan's passing. I have only great memories of Ivan as I grew up playing hockey in DSM & eventually for Bucs. Ivan gave me many opportunities as well as helping me pick a college. We all enjoyed those years playing for Ivan & always new his passion for our teams. I couldn't be happier than to have had Ivan as my coach & friend.

Going to the rink won't be the same for sure. From my family to yours our deepest sympathy

I was saddened to read in the paper of Ivan's passing. I remember what a great player he was in his time here in Fort Wayne. When he went to Des Moines I think all Komet fans still had a soft spot in their heart for him.

Ivan was a superstar in the eyes of my boys and was a wonderful father-in-law to me. He always greeted me with a hug and said love you' without fail when he said goodbye. I didn't know him in his rough and tumble hockey playing days, I only knew the man who showed great love for his family and made friends with everyone he met along the way. We miss your sparkling blue eyes Ivan. Love Lorna

Sadly missed " Big Brother Ivan ".....You are always in my thoughts, you are always in my heart, you are always here with me
Valerie & Al

Dear Judy & family,
We are so deeply saddened by Ivan's sudden passing. He was a great guy & friend! We so enjoyed having you & your Prediger family stay here at the time of the Monarchs reunion several years ago. Ivan enjoyed that special time so much, rehashing old times with all of his sports buddies. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Peter, Pam & your grandchildren at this very sad time. Hugs

To Judy and Family
our Deepest Sympathy from all our associates from Viking Arms and Southgate tower , he was a wonderful man , he was part of our family and we will dearly miss him .

I am so sad to hear this news Judy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ivan will be greatly missed by his Boardwalk family. I enjoyed working with Ivan for many years, and offer my deepest condolences to his beautiful family. God bless you all.

To Judy and Family, I was so saddened to hear of Ivan's death on May 6th. I was so shocked and heartbroken. I worked with Ivan for many years, and he was such a man with high integrity and respect. He was a very important part of our Boardwalk family and we will dearly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time, god bless and take care.

My deepest sympathy to Judy, Peter, Pam and family of Ivan. I knew Ivan in Des Moines, Iowa where we played hockey together for the Oakleafs. Ivan was one of the toughest players I knew. Des Moines still talks about Ivan The Terrible. He could play a rough game with a broken noseyet was one of the nicest, friendliest and going to church on Sunday type of guy.

DEAR JUDY and Family; Sorry to hear of Ivan's passing.We had good years to-gether in Des Moines.God Bless you all. Minnie, Loretta Menard.

Tracy and I have happy memories of times in Johnston Iowa when our daughters were on the JHS softball team. Ivan was at the games cheeri ng them on and keeping the umps in line.

Sorry to hear of Ivan's passing. I have many fond memories of our baseball days. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
Brian & Donna McIntyre

Words cannot express my feelings and emotions at this difficult time. He was a special man. We spent so much time together as young teenagers .......living in close proximity to each other it was easy to have quality time together. I love you all and my prayers are in abundance.

Dear Judy, Peter, Pam and families...our thoughts and prayers are with you. We would always look forward to your trips to Saskatoon for family time. Ivan was one of a kind. May your memories of him bring you comfort and love. Hugs to all of you.
Marla

RIP Ivan...love you forever my friend