"Dear Verna, So sorry to hear about John. Don was always so proud to have him for a Godfather, and proud to carry his name. We remember the visits we had at the lake house, and all the stories that went with a few hours of conversations. You were blessed to have all those years together. Thank you for the good times. Verna, hope you are okay. We love you, and will pray for strength for you. If you can, drop us a line. God bless you, and will always remember John. Love, Don and Ann Graf 2305 Skyline Dr. West Bend, Wi 53090"
In loving memory of
John E Pierce
September 22, 1916 - July 6, 2011
John E. Pierce, Sr., of Black Oak Lake, died Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Eastview Medical & Rehabilitation Center. He was 94 years old. He was born on September 22, 1916 in West Allis, a son of Jack and Louise (Schmidtt) Pierce. He married Verna Feigley on February 27, 1937 in Milwaukee. She survives.
He was a graduate of West Allis High School.
Mr. Pierce was employed for 42 years at Allis Chalmers as superintendent of materials handling. He retired and moved to Black Oak Lake in 1978.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and bowling.
Survivors include two daughters Patrica (James) Yesko, Waterford, Judy (Nicholas) Romano, Wauwatosa; a son John (Deborah) Pierce, Jr., Milwaukee; eight grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren; two sisters Louise Link and Delores Haring.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Omer Kelley officiating. Burial will take place in Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield. Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of serivces at the Bradley Funeral Home.