John V. Housner
February 16, 1935 -
October 18, 2019
US Veteran
John V. Housner, age 84 of Kenosha, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Froedtert South-St. Catherine’s Campus.
Born in Oconto, WI on February 16, 1935, he was the son of the late John and Stella (Phillips) Housner.
On July 6, 1957 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Oconto, WI, he was united in marriage to Nancy Barribeau. They were blessed with 5 children and 62 years together.
John honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and was a member of the VFW Post 1865.
He was employed with Becker, Inc until 1979 and then worked for Ocean Spray in Kenosha; retiring in 1997.
He was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church; he loved camping and playing card games with friends. John and Nancy owned and operated H&H Petticoat Junction; with a passion and flair for square dancing with other couples.
John’s memory will be cherished by his wife, Nancy; his children, Deanna (Dennis) Stich, Jackie (Mike) Zirbel, Cindy Persson, John Housner and Heidi (Troy) Judeika; along with 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren and his sister, Betty (Don) Laabs.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Laabs; his brother, James Phillips; his son in law, David Persson; his mother in law, Marion Barribeau Noel and his father in law, Charles Barribeau.
Service Info
Funeral Services honoring John’s life will be held on Friday, October 25, 2019. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 4817 7th Avenue with full military honors. Private inurnment will take place in St. George Cemetery. A visitation for John will be held on Thursday, October 24th at Piasecki Funeral Home, 3720 39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53144 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.; concluding with a prayer service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Alzheimer’s Association, 620 S 76th Street, Suite 160, Milwaukee, WI, 53214-1599 or Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131would be appreciated by the family.
Dear Jackie, and the Housner Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of sitting around your kitchen table enjoying the company of your family - your dad patting his pocket looking for smokes he no longer had. I'll always remember him as a stand up guy - strong, reliable and handsome, with such a beautiful laugh. You were so blessed to have him. I know he will be deeply missed. Prayers for comfort and peace today - and as you remember John. Blessings - Jo Machina
Dear Jackie and Housner Family, I had the very good fortune to work with Jack at Becker Manufacturing in the early 70's. I have very fond memories of wonderful talks about life and faith. Jack was the foreman, and a wonderful boss. He was extremely organized and conscientious. In fact, now as I'm remembering him, I worried at times because he was so very concerned about doing his job well. He treated everyone with respect, and offered help and guidance whenever it was needed. He was a good man, one to be proud of as a family. Unfortunately, I won't be able to join you at his memorial, but wanted to express my condolences, and very fond memories. Know that with this short note comes my prayer that the Lord would surround you with his love an peace at this difficult time. Sincerely, Peter Pingitore Sr.
