In loving memory of

John Lee Storch
November 21, 1938 - December 4, 2017

John Lee Storch, 79, of West Burlington died at 6:39 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2017 at Great River Medical Center Emergency Room.
Born November 21, 1938 in Three Rivers, Texas, he was the son of Rinehart Herman and Clara Pauline (Buster) Storch. He married Mary L. Wagaman on November 23, 1966 in Stronghurst, IL.
Mr. Storch graduated from Buda High School in Texas and served in the U.S. Army. He was employed as a production worker at Champion Spark Plugs/Federal Mogul until 2001, when he retired after thirty one years of service. He attended West Burlington Christian Church and was a member of the Burlington Eagles. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, attending local sporting events, Nascar and high performance vehicles.
Survivors include his wife, Mary; three daughters, Tammy Storch of Washington, IA, Tonja (Brad) Ellerbroek of Burlington, and Teressa Storch-Mims of West Palm Beach, FL; one son Rod (Lori) Storch of Spring Branch, TX; nine grandchildren and 19 ½ great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Herman.
The memorial service for Mr. Storch will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 9, 2017 at Lunning Chapel with Mr. Ned Fry officiating. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Cremation has been accorded.
Memorials have been established for the Burlington Area Alzheimer's Association and the West Burlington Athletic Boosters.

Tributes

gloria jewett wrote on Dec 9, 2017:

"Mary and family, deepest sympathy at loss of John. May you be comforted by fond memories of him. Gloria jewett"

Vanessa Stewart wrote on Dec 9, 2017:

"Mary and family ... deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time. Remembering you on this day, comforted by so many memories."

Brian, Shelly & Tanner Sherrill wrote on Dec 8, 2017:

"Mary and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for some peace and comfort, for you, during this time. With deepest sympathy Brian, Shelly and Tanner Sherrill"

Jason Magorian and family wrote on Dec 8, 2017:

"Sorry to here of the loss in your family.....Thinking of you guys"

Melissa DeLlanos wrote on Dec 7, 2017:

"Mary & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers during this difficult time. Melissa DeLlanos"

Gary Duckstein wrote on Dec 6, 2017:

"We are so sorry to hear about this prayers to whole family and God Bless. Gary and Val Duckstein"

Christy Jameson wrote on Dec 6, 2017:

"Mary and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. John was so special to us and was always there to help whenever we needed him. With deepest sympathy, Christy, Parker, Tim, Taden, and Kiersten "

Carol Poncelow wrote on Dec 6, 2017:

"Our Deepest Sympathy. Our Mom ( Dixie Bigger ) Worked With John. Dick Bigger & Family Carol Poncelow & Family"

Kathy Fraise wrote on Dec 6, 2017:

"Mary, Tonja and the whole family, I'm thinking of you and sending my prayers."

Wendy Fry wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. -Wendy Fry"

Margaret Carmean wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and Family, so sorry to hear about John. You are in my thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort. God Bless. "

Louise Elmore wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Our children attended WBAHS Teressa and (Lori Elmore Nyberg) were cheerleaders, John was always a pleasant man at sports events, and as a co-worker at Champion."

Morgan Wenb wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"The Webb family. Morgan.Conni and Greg are very sorry for your loss Mary and family prayers for u all."

Nicki Moad wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and family, We were so sorry to hear the news about a John. Many prayers and much love to you from our family. Love, Nicki and Marc, Alix, Athena, Adriana, and Anthony"

Tammy Wall-Schmidt wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, and grandpa. You are kept in our thoughts and prayers. "

Christa Ruther wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers! God Bless..."

Christa Ruther wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Mary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers! God Bless..."

Randy Sattler wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Sorry for your loss I worked with john at champion may he Rip"