John H. Pergler, of Pearson, died Sunday, June 24, 2018, at his home. He was 80 years old. He was born on April 23, 1938, in Chicago, IL a son of the late John and Margaret (Rooker) Pergler. He married Patricia Jordt on February 9, 1957 in Chicago. She preceded him in death on December 23, 2003.

John moved to Pickerel in 1970. He owned and operated the Hill-Top Resort of Pickerel Lake. John was a residential care worker for many organizations.

Survivors include a daughter, Penny (John) Pownell of Three Lakes; a son, John Pergler of Pearson; four grandchildren, Jenny (Sean) Gonzales of Hortonville, Jesse (Nora) Pownell of Appleton, John Pergler of Oshkosh and Justin Pergler of Monico; three great-grandchildren, Seth and Cierra Gonzales of Hortonville and Jacob Pownell of Appleton.

Dad was a funny, kind and gentle man who made friends easily. He was always known as “Big Bad John” He was loved and will be missed dearly.
I love you Dad,
your daughter,
Penny

No services will be held.