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- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Prechtl, William M. (1994).
William Prechtl
William M. Prechtl, 56, of Daguscahonda died unexpectedly Friday at St. Marys Regional medical Center.
He was born May 7, 1937, in St. Marys, son of the late John and Dorothy Tucker Prechtl. On July 4, 1959, in Queen of the World Church, he married Janet Wright. She survives.
Also surviving are three sons, Kevin Prechtl of Daguscahonda, and Terry Prechtl and Mark Prechtl, both of Ridgway; one grandchild; and two sisters, Beverly, Mrs. Milton Ritzenthaler of Rochester, NY, and Linda Mawn of Wilcox.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Merle Prechtl.
Mr. Prechtl was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Ridgway High School, Class of 1956. He was employed by Keystone Carbon Co. for 32 years.
He was a member of the Rolfe Beagle Club and had served in the Army Reserve and in the regular army during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
A Mass of Christian Burial for William M. Prechtl will be celebrated in St. Benedict’s Church in Daguscahonda on Monday at 1 p.m. Burial will following in St. Marys Cemetery.
Friends will be received Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Historical Society of St. Marys & Benzinger Township, The
Daily Press, The; 16APR1994
HFA: 30APR2023
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Prechtl, John J. 13FEB1995.
John J. Prechtl.
A Mass of Christian Burial and Committal Servies were held this morning in St. Leo’s Church for John J. Prechtl, 37, of Box 114B, Grand Road, Ridgway, who died Friday evening at St. Marys Regional medical Center in a snowmobile accident.
Interment followed in Ott Cemetery.
Mr. Prechtl was born May 9, 1957, in St. Marys, the son of Helen Krise Prechtl of Daguscahonda and the late Merle Prechtl. He married Kim Brunner on October 23, 1982. She survives.
Beside his mother and wife, he is survived by a son, John J. Prechtl Jr., at home, two daughters, Laura and Joann Prechtl, both of Ridgway; and two sisters, Debbie Mitchell, Weedville, and Connie Rigard, St. Marys.
Mr. Prechtl had resided in Ridgway for 13 years. He attended St. Leo’s Church and was a member of the F.O. of Eagles in Ridgway. He had been employed at Keystone Carbon Company.
The Meehan-Shilk Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Daily Press, The: 13FEB1995
Historical Society of St. Marys & Benzinger Township
HFA: 19AUG2023
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Obituary: Prechtl, Helen J (Krise).
Helen J. "Zippy" Prechtl, 85, of Daguscahonda, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, following a brief illness.
She was born on January 21, 1940, in Toby, the daughter of the late Oden and Christine Billotte Krise.
On June 23, 1955, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Brandy Camp, she married the late Merle Prechtl, who preceded her in death on July 3, 1990.
Zippy lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication. She retired from Keystone Powder Metals, where she dedicated many years of service. She was a devoted member of St. Leo Church in Ridgway, PA, where she found comfort and fellowship. Zippy will be remembered for her warm spirit, her love for family, and her special knack for keeping secrets between her and her cherished great-grandchildren. She was known for her warmth and sociable nature and could be found sharing the joke of the long stem rose, a testament to her ability to connect with others through humor.
An avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Zippy found joy in cheering for her team. She loved spending her leisure time playing bingo and bowling.Gardening was another of her passions; she found great fulfillment in nurturing her plants and enjoyed canning her harvests. Additionally, she delighted in playing Candy Crush, most likely holding the record for the level she had achieved. Zippy's passion for coffee was evident in her daily rituals, where she found joy and comfort in sharing a cup with family and friends
She is survived by 2 daughters; Deborah "Debi" Mitchell and her husband Jack of Weedville and Constance "Connie" Rigard and her husband Bruce of St. Marys, 6 grandchildren; Lisa, Anthony, Brandon, Nicole, Danielle, and John, and 12 great grandchildren; Parker, Lia, Giovanni, Luna, Sierra, Kayla, Tyler, Isaac, Eli, Arionna, Brionna, and Jaycee. She is also survived by a sister, Dorothy Schneider and her husband Michael of Daguscahonda, several nieces and nephews, and her long time companion, Jim "Mope" Nussbaum.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, John J. Prechtl, and seven brothers: Herman, Clair "Bill", Calvin "Joe", John, Edward "Charlie", Thomas, and Richard Krise.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Leo Magnus Catholic Church, 111 Depot Street, Ridgway, PA, 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino officiating.
Burial will follow at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA, 15853, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Memorial contributions may be made to 3 Breastketeers, 102 Elk Road, St. Marys, PA, 15857.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Daily Press, The: 23SEP2025.
Accessed: 26SEP2025.
- [S431] Kane Republican, The, Obituary: Prechtl, John B.
Father of Wilcox Woman Dies
John B. Prechtl, 63, the father of a Wilcox resident, died Wednesday morning at Andrew Kaul Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, following a long illness.
He was born June 23, 1910, in St. Marys, a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Rupp Prechtl. He retired from Quality Components in Daguscahonda due to failing health.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Tucker Prechtl; two daughters, Mrs. Donald Brennan (Beverly) of St. Marys and Mrs. Richard Mawn (Linda), of Wilcox. Also surviving are two sons, Merle and William, both of Daguscahonda, and 16 grandchildren.
He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Raymond, Jerome and James, all of St. Marys; Mrs. Clara Detsch, Mrs. Regis Wegemer (Mildred) and Mrs. Bertha Samick, all of St. Marys; Mrs. Anna McCabe of Ridgway and Mrs. Joseph Repko of Wilcox.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Fred, Edward and Leo.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m.in St. Benedict's Church, Daguscahonda with interment to following in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the John J. Lynch Funeral Home in St. Marys after 7 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.
Kane Republican, The: 02AUG1973
Accessed: 26SEP2025
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