John A. Prechter Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

John A. Prechter, 69, Green Bay, fought to the end, and is now at rest. He died on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. John was born on January 28, 1944 in Green Bay the son of the now late John and Germaine (Vander Geeten) Prechter. He attended SS Peter & Paul graduating with the class of 1958 and greatly enjoyed the many reunions through the years. John then attended and graduated from Premontre with the class of 1962. He served his country in the United States Navy in Classified Communications serving an integral part in our Nations Security. He was honorably discharged in 1966. On May 27, 1967, John was united in marriage with Kay Tilleman. John was employed for over 32 years at P&G until his retirement in 1999. John loved to camp with his wife of 46 years, Katie. They spent weekends around the campfire making friends and memories. He enjoyed grilling with Joe and Tom. He loved to play cribbage and made boards out of just about anything. John bowled for years at Riviera Lanes and had two 300 games. He also golfed when he could and was lucky (skilled he would say) enough to have hit a hole in one. John was appreciated by family for his expertise with electrical wiring and helping with many home projects. His favorite times were the ones he spent with all his grandchildren. Each one holds a special place in his heart. John is survived by his loving wife Kay, his children, Kathy (Allen) Rozmarynoski, Laura (Roger) DeBaere, Vicky (Jeff) Meyer, Adam (Dana Wypishinski) Prechter, 9 grandchildren Zachary, Madison and Robin Rozmarynoski, Maggie and Olivia DeBaere, Gracie and Paige Meyer, Tayler and Troy Wypishinski-Prechter, sister-in-law Linda Prechter, his sisters, Anne (Tim) Monday, MaryKay Gerbers (Ralph) and Margaret Schroeder. John's beloved in-laws and out-laws, Bonnie (Harlan) Buchanan, Jerry Tilleman, Mike (Shirley) Tilleman, Richard (Diane) Tilleman, Roy (Debbie) Tilleman, Tony (Lisa) Tilleman, Andy (Jackie) Tilleman, Ken (Tim) Tilleman, Tom Tilleman, Joe (Shelley) Tilleman, MaryAnne Lampereur, Cheryl Delwiche and Shannon Tilleman. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers David and Keith Prechter, brother in-law Paul Schroeder, father and mother-in-law Chris and Mary Lou Tilleman, brother in law Troy Delwiche, niece Jill Buchanan. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at St. Matthew Catholic Church 130 St. Matthew Street. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. with Ann Froelich officiating. Immediately following the Service a Military Funeral Honors Rite will be held, in recognition of his faithful service. A Very special thank you to Katherine and John, our Nurses and Dr. Coisman in the E.R. for their compassion and support. We would also like to thank the emergency staff at Bellin Hospital, Ashwaubenon EMT First Responders, Paramedics and the Ashwaubenon Public Safety.

John A. Prechter

January 28, 1944 - November 12, 2013