James “Jim” Mistkowski passed away peacefully on Saturday September 6, 2025 in a Maine hospital. Jim spent most of his adult years in Maine, most recently in York prior to residing in a nursing facility in Yarmouth Maine. Until the end of his life he continued with his wit and humor that we all loved. He truly was a gem. He worked many years in his life in the insurance industry. Jim was born to his parents Evelyn and Al Mistkowski and grew up in Ipswich Massachusetts and attended Ipswich public schools. From an early age he loved and engaged in sports including golfing, baseball and basketball in which he excelled. Remaining a sports fan his adult life he enjoyed Sunday night sports talks with his daughter Lisa.
Jim also enjoyed cooking and entertaining his friends, family and his dogs that he loved over the years. Jim is survived by his daughter Lisa Mistkowski, her fiancé Steve Zuk, his granddaughter Brooklynne Padolko (the light of his life) and his step granddaughter Maclain Zuk all of York, ME. He also is survived by his sisters Lorraine Bertrand of Rowley, MA and E. “Inchu” Elliott of Ipswich, MA and her partner Bill Wile. In addition, Jim is survived by his nieces, nephews and Lisa’s mom Mary Faxon who remained supportive. Additionally, his cousins particularly having a close relationship with his Cousin Bill Jodz. Jim was born on August 9th recently celebrating his 75th birthday with family. He was predeceased by his parents and nephew Stephen Bertrand.
Rest in peace Jim (Dad) we love and miss you dearly. A service will be held in Ipswich, MA in the spring of 2026.
In Lieu of flowers donations in memory of Jim can be made to the American Legion Post #56 647 US Route 1 Ste 6 York, ME 03909
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