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PRITZLAFF, JOHN A. John Pritzlaff passed away in the loving arms of his family June 1, 2013 after a long battle with heart disease. He is survived by his wife, Shelby Ingram Pritzlaff, of Crofton, Maryland, and two daughters, Susan March, of Linthicum, Maryland and Carol Kather, of Leavenworth, Kansas. John served in the U.S. Navy as Chief Engineer on the destroyer Charles J. Badger, DD657, during the Korean conflict. John retired from Westinghouse in 1994 after 29 years of service, where he was an Oceanographic Engineer / Program Manager. He is well known in the submersible community for his leadership in forming operational safety standards for both military and commercial submersibles. He is interred in the columbarium at St. Margaret's Church, Annapolis. The family requests that memorial donations in John's name be made to the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Capital on Jun. 16, 2013.

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samuel crouch

January 5, 2022

Susan, I had no idea that your father had passed away and while it may be to late, I just want you to know that you have my condolences.

Samuel Crouch

July 31, 2019

I only had the opportunity to meet him a couple of times but he was a very nice man. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. please accept my condolences

Joe Heil

June 20, 2013

Shelby, Susan, Carol,

I was very saddened to learn last night of Mr. Pritzlaff's recent passing. I have nothing but the fondest memories of him from the mid to late '70s - especially his intellect, sense of humor, great home workshop and love of gas powered model airplanes! He was an Engineer through and through - please accept my sincerest condolences.

Joe Champley

June 19, 2013

I was John's neighbor next door back in the late 60's. i saw him 10 years ago and I was surprised that he remembered the skinny kid from next door. Having known Susan and Carol please accept my deepest condolences.

Jim Cavin

June 18, 2013

Shelby and family,

My deepest condolance for your loss. I have worked with Northrop and Westinghouse for many years and had the honor of working with both John and Carol. I remember John as a skilled engineer and project manager who greatly influenced our understanding and capabilities in deep submergence systems. He will always be remembered for his many accomplishments.

Dave Flickinger

June 17, 2013

I worked with John for many years at Westinghouse Oceanic Division, Annapolis Maryland and we traveled with he and Shelby for many years after. He was kind and considerate person all the life I knew him and will be missed by us and others that knew him. Rest in grace and peace - John.
Dave Flickinger

Gary & Eileen Belton

June 17, 2013

Shelby,
My wife Eileen and I worked with John in many facets during his entire Westinghouse career at Oceanic. His contributions and leadership will not be forgotten. We also had the privilege of working with Carol in San Diego, where she exhibited the same proud Pritzlaff qualities. Our sincerest condolences go to you and to your family.

Jay Ransom

June 17, 2013

To Shelby -- I worked as John's deputy for several years at Oceanic. Dale and I send our condolences to you and your family.

Anne & Ron Grimes

June 17, 2013

Shelby,
So sorry to hear of John's passing. I know he loved you dearly and will be watching over you. Many prayers coming your way.

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