James K. Ledcke
September 11, 1944 - November 12, 2021
James K. Ledcke, 77, of Evansville, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. He was born September 11, 1944 in Chicago, IL to the late Emmet and Katherine (Morrisey) Ledcke. James served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division. He worked for the Teamsters Local 215 in construction. James is survived by his son, Kevin (Terrie) Ledcke; daughter, Jessica Ledcke; and grandchildren, Peyton Ledcke, Cass Ryan Ledcke, and “Crash” Landon Ledcke; sister, Betsey Vanaria; brother, Tom Ledcke; nieces and nephews, Anthony Sorrell, Michelle McClain, Jennifer Frey, and Jeffrey Sorrell. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife of 50 wonderful years, Billie Jo Ledcke in 2016; sisters, Marjorie Sambol and Katherine Ledcke; brother, David Ledcke; and nephews, Daniel Twigs and Michael Sorrell. At James’ request there will be no services. Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Avenue, Evansville, will handle the arrangements. Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
James K. Ledcke, 77, of Evansville, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. He was born September 11, 1944 in Chicago, IL to the late Emmet and Katherine (Morrisey) Ledcke. James served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper... View Obituary & Service Information