d La Plata, MO Model Railroad clubs, and was a lifetime member of the IEEE Profession Engineering Association. He was also an active member of First Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and served on many committees over the years. John was very proud of his heritage and his Mayflower descendants. John is survived by his wife of 52 years, Linda of Rochester; daughter, Victoria Bane of CA; son, Eric Tillotson of MO; grandchildren, Katarina Buettner, Ruben Tillotson and Eian Bane; sister, Lila Barrett; brothers; Stanley Tillotson and Donald Tillotson all of MO. John was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements are with Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester MN 55901. www.ranfranzandvinefh.com