John Rohde

John "Johnny" F. Rohde, age 53, of Seymour passed away Sunday, December 16, 2012 at home with his brothers by his side following a 41 year battle with diabetes. He was born May 3, 1959 to the late Fred and Marcella (Oskey) Rohde.

He graduated from Seymour High School in 1977 and began working at the Seymour toy factory until being forced to retire due to disability.

Following the death of his father in 1983 Johnny dedicated himself to taking care of his mother and the house until her death in 2007, all the while fighting a courageous battle with diabetes. Prior to losing his ability to walk, Johnny was very physically active, working out and taking his daily four mile walks.

Johnny loved listening to music, fishing with his good friend J.D., and working outside. He was a car enthusiast and was a member of the "Stray Dawgs" Car Club with his brother Randy holding the position of V.P. NO FEAR. Johnny was known to his hotrod pals as "'69RIV".

He is survived by two brothers: Steve, Little Chute; and Randy "RANROD/HOTROD", Seymour; uncle Erv (Liz) Oskey, Mill Center; aunt Jean (Tom) O'Keefe, DePere; and several cousins and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his aunt Ellie (Elmer "Babe") Seidl, and aunt Ellie (Harry) Blohm.

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Thursday, December 20, 2012 from 4 pm until services at 7 pm with Fr. Bob Kabat officiating. Burial will take place in St. John Cemetery, Seymour.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com

Special thanks to Mary "1", Mary "2" and Kathy, all the staff at Heartland Hospice, the staff at Golden Living Center, and to Perry Pierre for the extra special care given to Johnny. With your help Johnny was granted his wish to be at home in his final days.

J.R...we love you very much little brother. You will ALWAYS be remembered and deeply missed!