John A. Binkowski, age 81 of Plum City, died Friday, June 27, 2014 at his home in Plum City.

John was born on February 16, 1933 in Plum City. He was the son of Albert and Helen (Studer) Binkowski Sr. John grew up in the Plum City area, graduated high school and farmed with his dad on the family farm. John married Connie Ingli on September 14, 1957. After marriage they lived in the Plum City area where John continued to farm for 25 years. In 1981, John bought a milk route and operated it until 1995. After hauling milk, John worked for Boyer Trucks delivering and picking up trucks all over the country until retiring in 2008. John and Connie moved into the Village of Plum City in 1993, where he remained the rest of his life.

John liked playing cards, crossword puzzles, going to the casino, fishing, going to dances and was a train enthusiast. He and Connie loved to travel, taking trips to Alaska, Hawaii. Most of all, John loved spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

John is survived by his son; Corey (Amanda) of Plum City, three grandchildren; Zachary of Plum City, Hayley (Brandyn) Seipel of Mesa, AZ and Paige at home, one brother; Dale (Lorelee) of Menomonie, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John is preceded in death by his parents, wife; Connie, daughter-in-law; Sandy, one brother; Albert Jr. and one sister; Audrey Binkowski.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM Monday, July 7, 2014 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand with Rev. Eric Linzmaier officiating. Burial will be in the Free Home Cemetery in Plum City. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Sunday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Monday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. LeRoy and Eloise Nelson July 3, 2014, at 5:58pm

   I met John our first day in Plum City High School in September, 1946, which means we graduated together on May 25, 1950. He was a very good friend during those years. We enjoyed playing in the band together, he the trombone, and me the cornet. Our directors were Otto Klett and Myrnel Martin. In later years we would attend class reunions, and it was so great to reconnect at those times with John, as well as with his charming spouse, Connie. Peace to both of their memories.

2. Cheryl Brindle June 30, 2014, at 7:56am

   John was such a sweet heart! I looked forward to seing him every Friday morning at the hospital. John and I had many special conversations about "faith" and his family that he loved dearly. He was the father/ grandfather figure I never got to have in my life. I will dearly miss John. See you again in heaven my friend.

3. Marge Binkowski June 27, 2014, at 8:09pm

   Corey,Amanda, Zach,Hayley, and Paige;
   We are so sorry to hear about John. The world has loss a special , kind human being. John always had a smile for everyone. Thinking of you all. Sincere Symmpathy, Tony and Marge

4. T. Kelly June 27, 2014, at 3:44pm

   Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. My heart goes out to the family. Death is something we will never get use to. In fact, God's Word refers to death as an enemy. (1 Corinthians 15:26) Very soon our loving Heavenly Father, Jehovah God, will remove death once and for all and give us the opportunity to see our loved ones again here on the earth.

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