John Walter Przybylski

John W. Przybylski, 86, of Babbit, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at the Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital in Ely. John was born on May 24, 1930 in Minneapolis to John A. and Ann (Stebak) Przybylski.  John married the love of his life, Shirley Jerich on May 18, 1957 and together they raised 3 children. John was employed by Union Carbide until his retirement. John owned and operated Babbitt Bait but also enjoyed working there. John was a member of the Babbitt Lions Club for over 30 years and served as their president. John was a dedicated father who adored and always had one of his children with him. John was an absolute practical joker who loved to go hunting with his brothers and who also loved fishing, snowmobiling and house boating. John was just a plain people person, a trip to the grocery store was never quick, he would talk to everybody.
John is survived by his wife of over 59 years: Shirley, his children: Michael (Julie) Przybylski, Jody (Tim) Wind and Mark Przybylski, (4) grandchildren: Ryan and Jordan Przybylski and Kaitlyn and Taylor Wind, (3) brothers: Nick (Carol), Alex and Dan (Donna) Przybylski, sister-in–laws: Susie Przybylski and Eunice Przybylski and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers: Dennis and Leonard Przybylski.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Babbitt at 11:00 A.M. with visitation being held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home of Ely.

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