James "Jim" F. Lickteig
Funeral Information
Home:
Greeley, KS
Date of Death:
December 17, 2011
Place of Birth:
Garnett, KS
Birthdate:
December 27, 1954
Age:
56
Funeral Service:
Thursday, December 22, 2011 10:30 AM St. John's Catholic Church, Greeley, KS
Visitation:
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 Rosary 6pm at Church, visitation following at Hall
Interment:
St. John's Cemetery, Greeley, KS
Biography
Jim Lickteig, age 56, of Greeley, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at his home.
He was born December 27, 1954, the son of Maurice Jacob Lickteig and Florence (Brummel) Lickteig. He was a member of the last graduating class from Greeley High School in 1972.
Jim married Sheri Finan on December 9, 1988 in Olathe, Kansas. This union was blessed with three children.
Jim was a member of Operating Engineers Union Local 101. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for McCorkendale Construction for many years. Jim loved fishing (including teaching his daughter how to cast) hunting, farming, and tormenting his family by watching ESPN and The Weather Channel. You could find him in flannel shirts and long underwear, no matter what The Weather Channel said.
He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice Lickteig; and a brother, Howard Lickteig.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sheri Lickteig, of the home; two sons, Jared Lickteig of Pittsburg, Kansas; Tanner Lickteig, of the home; daughter, Danielle Lickteig of Lake Quivira, Kansas; granddaughter, Brooklynn Mefford; his mother, Florence Lickteig, of Greeley, Kansas; five brothers; Jake Lickteig and wife Alice of Garnett, Kansas; Ron Lickteig of Greeley, Kansas; Merle Lickteig and wife Mary of Overland Park, Kansas; Dean Lickteig and wife Diana of Greeley, Kansas; and Rick Lickteig and wife Gail of Greeley, Kansas; three sisters; Nancy Lee and husband Ray of Overland Park, Kansas; Dottie Lickteig of Overland Park, Kansas and Lynn Lickteig and husband Kevin Benjamin of Boulder, Colorado; many nieces, nephews; great nieces, great nephews; and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, December 22, 2011, at St. John's Catholic Church, Greeley, Kansas with burial following in the St. John's Cemetery. A rosary will be held on Wednesday evening at the church at 6:00 p.m., with visitation following at the St. John's Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jim Lickteig Memorial Fund.
He was born December 27, 1954, the son of Maurice Jacob Lickteig and Florence (Brummel) Lickteig. He was a member of the last graduating class from Greeley High School in 1972.
Jim married Sheri Finan on December 9, 1988 in Olathe, Kansas. This union was blessed with three children.
Jim was a member of Operating Engineers Union Local 101. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for McCorkendale Construction for many years. Jim loved fishing (including teaching his daughter how to cast) hunting, farming, and tormenting his family by watching ESPN and The Weather Channel. You could find him in flannel shirts and long underwear, no matter what The Weather Channel said.
He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice Lickteig; and a brother, Howard Lickteig.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sheri Lickteig, of the home; two sons, Jared Lickteig of Pittsburg, Kansas; Tanner Lickteig, of the home; daughter, Danielle Lickteig of Lake Quivira, Kansas; granddaughter, Brooklynn Mefford; his mother, Florence Lickteig, of Greeley, Kansas; five brothers; Jake Lickteig and wife Alice of Garnett, Kansas; Ron Lickteig of Greeley, Kansas; Merle Lickteig and wife Mary of Overland Park, Kansas; Dean Lickteig and wife Diana of Greeley, Kansas; and Rick Lickteig and wife Gail of Greeley, Kansas; three sisters; Nancy Lee and husband Ray of Overland Park, Kansas; Dottie Lickteig of Overland Park, Kansas and Lynn Lickteig and husband Kevin Benjamin of Boulder, Colorado; many nieces, nephews; great nieces, great nephews; and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, December 22, 2011, at St. John's Catholic Church, Greeley, Kansas with burial following in the St. John's Cemetery. A rosary will be held on Wednesday evening at the church at 6:00 p.m., with visitation following at the St. John's Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jim Lickteig Memorial Fund.
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Frank and Connie ( Feuerborn) Wittman
2011-12-18 20:02:54
Sheri and family,
Our sympathy on your loss. Jim was a man of simple means. He created his own fun in life. He loved each of you in his own way. Remember the happy times. God bless you all.
Kathy Hamlin
2011-12-18 22:09:03
To all of the Lickteig family, Sheri and family. My thoughts and prayers are with youl
Glen and Cheryl Bures
2011-12-18 22:23:12
Sheri, Jared, Danielle, Tanner there are no words to express my deep sorrow for your loss, just know that he loved each of you in his special way. May your guardian angels give you strength at this time of sorrow.
Robert and Margie Tastove
2011-12-18 23:32:56
Sheri,Jerrod,Danielle and Tanner, We could not believe the news when we heard it last night. May you always remember the good memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Glenn & Lisa Mudd & Family
2011-12-19 10:55:31
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God surround each of you with his comfort and love.
Janet Aleander
2011-12-19 14:09:34
Thinking of all of the family at this time so sorry for your loss .
Brenda & Tony Hermreck
2011-12-19 15:14:33
Sheri and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim will be missed. Tony and Brenda Hermreck
Ryan, Carla, Spencer and Sammy Jo Walter
2011-12-19 15:20:36
Sheri,Jared,Danielle and Tanner, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Rachel and Joe Dougherty
2011-12-19 15:44:57
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will be keeping your family in our prayers and thoughts.
Leslea Rockers
2011-12-19 17:40:28
Sheri and family, our toughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Rex & Debbie Wilpe
2011-12-19 19:01:56
Sheri and family, so sorry to hear about Jim. Our prayers amd sympathy go out to you all during this sad sad time.
Marlyn Burkhardt
2011-12-19 19:41:29
Sheri and family,I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May the happy memories carry you all through this sad time. Then memories become treasures and no one can take them from you. Jim, his Dad and Howard are all having a good time once again. RIP Jim.
Robert & Michelle Miller
2011-12-19 20:09:36
Sheri, Jerod, Danielle & Tanner and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God comfort you at this time of sorrow and help you through the days ahead. Hang in there Danielle, if you need anything please don't hesitate to call, love ya.
Robert, Michelle, Alissa & Brayden
Keith and Tracy Manbeck
2011-12-19 22:49:31
To Jared and Tanner: You're in our thoughts and prayers during this tough time.
Kevin, Marci, Mckenzie and Josh
2011-12-20 01:42:52
Sheri In 1993, You and Jim opened your home to Marci and the Kids, when we were moving back from the east coast. The experience's we all shared, will never be forgotten. Jim's quick wit and kind smile touched many. Einstein with a since humor. We will miss him tremendously.
Jared, Danielle and Tanner your father love you dearly and has blessed you with great qualities.
Leslie Wright
2011-12-20 03:00:41
Sheri
My thoughts are with you and your kids. Your family is in my prayers.Love to you all
Sandi & Larry Peine
2011-12-20 20:58:49
Sheri, Tanner, Danielle & Tanner our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember all the good times, that helps ease the hard times. God Bless
David and Lucy Dougherty
2011-12-20 23:33:17
Very sorry for your loss, particularly at this time of year. Our hope is that you can find comfort in the wonders of Gods love for us. Will be including your family in our prayers.
Lu, Cec, & Lesly Wagner
2011-12-21 00:48:50
We are friends of Lynn, Kevin and Mason. Our thoughts and love go out to all the family.
Debby (New) Stout
2011-12-21 15:12:19
So many fond memories of the Lickteig family as my paternal grandparents (Scoop & Verna New) lived next to them. I think it's accurate to say Jim was oinery, just like his brothers! Please accept my sympathy and cherish your memories.
Jeff & Sue Dykes
2011-12-21 15:14:49
So sorry to hear about Jim. I thoughts & prayers are with you.
Brian & Julie Rockers & Girls
2011-12-22 01:27:34
Sheri, Jared, Danielle & Tanner.We are so sorry for your loss.May the Thoughts and Prayers give you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Sue Kimball Stringer
2011-12-22 15:03:31
Sheri, Aunt Florence & family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Margie Highberger
2011-12-22 17:13:06
Shari you & Jim raised lovely lovely children, may memories of you husband comfort you at this time of loss. May you kids know that your Dad will live on daily in each of you, you are a wonderful family and you will help each other heal. Each of you are in our toughts and prayers, love to all. The Highberger's
Yeager Family
2011-12-23 00:34:09
The Yeager Family wishes to extend sincere Sympathy for your Loss.
Christa & Bob Griffiths
2011-12-27 23:12:32
So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. So many memories of Jim! Always enjoyed him!! Many thoughts and prayers and May God Bless You at this sad time.