James "Jim" Fickel
1951 — 2024
James Russell Fickel, 72, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 15, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born June 21, 1951, in Carlisle, he was a son of the late Russell and Eva (Hartzell) Fickel. Jim was the loving husband of Kathi L. (Hoffman) Fickel, with whom he would have celebrated 18 years of marriage in August. He was a high school graduate and worked in facility maintenance for Dickenson College in Carlisle before retiring after 35 years. He was a "Rail Fanner" who loved trains and photographing them and was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. He also enjoyed working outdoors in the yard and around the house. In addition to Kathi, Jim leaves behind his 2 sons,...