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John Retzlaff Obituary
Vernon - Passed away on April 30, 2021 at the age of 57. He is survived by his siblings: Kurt (Linda) Retzlaff, Karl Retzlaff, Karen Aigamaua, Clare Retzlaff; proud uncle of Jamie (Jimmy) Lubecke, Neil (Aliscia) Retzlaff, Christopher Retzlaff, Jill (Olly) Munro, Brandi (Bryan) Gleisner, Katie (Dalton) Larson, Becca (Brian) Hirtz, Esa (Alisha) Aigamaua, Amy (Kate) Aigamaua. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Grace Retzlaff, and a brother Dirk Retzlaff.
He graduated from Martin Luther High School in Greendale, WI in 1982. In high school he was awarded several medals for track and field. After graduation, he worked as a truck driver for many years then he worked for Remy Battery in Milwaukee. His hobbies were bowling, tennis, snow skiing, and his favorite was snowmobiling.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 22 at Vernon Ev. Lutheran Church (S90 W27550 National Ave. Mukwonago) from 11:00 AM until the time of the Memorial Service at 12 NOON.
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Rick dubey
May 20, 2021
So sorry to hear about john, had some good times with him snowmobiling.
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