James Schmadeke's obituary , Passed away on December 11, 2023 in Ankeny, Iowa

James Schmadeke

February 11, 1938 - December 11, 2023 (85 years old)

Ankeny, Iowa

James Schmadeke's obituary , Passed away on December 11, 2023 in Ankeny, Iowa
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James Schmadeke

February 11, 1938 - December 11, 2023 (85 years old)

Ankeny, Iowa

James Schmadeke Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Schmadeke of Ankeny, Iowa, born in Waverly, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 85, on December 11, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elva Schmadeke and Arnold Schmadeke; and his siblings-in-law, Merle Strike (Shirley) and Lil Strike. He is survived by: his wife Nyla Strike; his children, Karyn Ellenberger (Scott) of Illinois and Mark of Ankeny; his brother John (Kathy) of Arizona; and his brothers-in-law, Gene Strike of Illinois, Arlyn Strike (Biruta) of Illinois, Theron Strike of Illinois and Norman Strike of Maryland. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer's Association.



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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
517 SW Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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Dec 20

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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
517 SW Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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