John Frederick "Johnny" Rachow

John Frederick "Johnny" Rachow obituary, Hilton, NY

John Frederick "Johnny" Rachow

John Rachow Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc. on Feb. 21, 2024.
Hamlin - John Frederick "Johnny" Rachow passed away on February 15, 2024 at the age of 67. He was predeceased by his parents, Frederick Rachow & Dorothea Rachow Nelson. He is survived by his children, Courtney (Edward) Webster, Brittany (Travis) Piatt, and Hannah (Joseph) Graham; his grandchildren, Edward John, Samantha, Easton, Charlotte, Audrina, Blake, C.J., Aiden, and Owen; his sister, Carol (Terry) Marsham; his brother, Robert (Marcia) Rachow; and his nieces, nephews and cousins.
John was retired from his job as a Program Manager and Machinist for PEKO Precision Products. In his leisure he enjoyed restoring old cars, fishing, and hunting both locally and in Montana and Colorado. He will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, John would like everyone to spend time with their loved ones outdoors.
Visitation hours will be held on Sunday, February 25th from 2 - 4 p.m. at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue in Hilton, with a Service to follow at 4 p.m.

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