azards in their food systems. John lettered in high school football, basketball, and tennis. He played competitive tennis in college and maintained an active lifestyle. He loved hunting and gardening at his farm in Sauk County. John loved fly fishing as well. He enjoyed being by the shore of Lake Superior and walking its beautiful beaches. John took great pleasure from many home dinners with Kathy, family, and friends. He loved the creative process and was a prolific artist, applying his talents to encaustic art, acrylics, oils, wood cuts, and sculptures. John is survived by his wife, Kathleen Ley; sons, Christopher, Nathaniel, and Sebastian; grandson, Avery; and younger siblings, Sally Polarski, David (Sher), Tom, Joan Verdegan (Colby), Carol Forsberg (David); as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. His family thanks his many caregivers at Oakwood, Northwest Dane Senior Services, and UW Health.