Of Menomonee Falls, May 17, 2024, Age 97 years. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth "Liz" for 40 years. Loving father of Maureen (Joe) Breiner. Proud grandpa of John "J.J." and Michael. Dear brother of Pat Roecker and Marge Morley. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday May 29 at 11am at St. Anthony the Hermit Catholic Church N74 W13604 Appleton Ave. Menomonee Falls. The Family will greet friends Wednesday 10am until time of the Mass at 11am. Private burial Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Marquette University High School appreciated.

John was a World War II veteran. He became a commercial pilot and there was a time his job was to fly celebrities such as Earl Gillespie, Bob Uecker and Vanna White to their individual appearances. 

The family would like to give a "Special Thank You" to Horizon Home and Hospice especially to John's caregivers, Julie, Audra and Stephen.