John F. Babino Jr.

Babino, John F., Jr.

John Francis Babino, Jr., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 23, 2010. He was born in Appleton on August 22, 1951. John was a very loving and devoted husband and father and was always there to help someone in need. John was married to Barb Gloudemans on September 11, 1976 and they shared 34 wonderful years together. He graduated from Fox Valley Technical College in 1972 and currently worked for Metso Paper as a machinist for 38 years. John was an avid hunter and fisherman. His passion was the education and mentoring of youths shown through his various volunteer activities. He was a lead instructor for Hunters Education for over 10 years, was a member of the NRA and Twin City Rod and Gun Club. John volunteered at the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts as a den leader. For 15 years John passionately dedicated himself as chair person for the Boy Scouts counsel event, Mom and Son, where he worked as head ranger. John was also one of the consultants for the start of the Dad and Lad Event. John was a hall monitor for the Inter Parish Religious Education Program for several years.

John will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Barb Babino, of Appleton; sons: Joseph Babino and William Babino, both of Appleton; brother, Fred (Dana) Babino of Appleton; sister, Barb (Dennis) Ashton of Appleton; nieces: Dawn, Marcia; nephew, Greg, and special friends, Frank O., Roy A. and Barb Z.

John is preceded in death by his parents, John Babino Sr., and Margaret (Hoffmann) Babino, and brother, Michael Babino.

The Funeral Service for John will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at the WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME, with Fr. David J. Funk, OFM Cap. officiating. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service. The visitation will also resume after the service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund for John has been established.

John (dad) you were a very loving, caring and very hard working father and husband. John you were the love of my life, my soulmate, my very best friend and we all love you and miss you very much. We will always remember you fondly and you will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Love, Barb, Joe and Billy.

Wichmann Funeral Home
537 N. Superior Street
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 739-1231