BORN

1952

DIED

2014

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Surprise, Arizona

Gary Prochnow Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 2, 2014.

Gary Prochnow, 61, of Surprise, Arizona, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2014. Gary was born to Marvel (Weckwerth) and Ervin Prochno in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, on September 2, 1952. He was raised and attended school in Markesan, Wisconsin. He proudly served in the United States Army, Supply and Armor Division receiving the National Defense Service Medal and Expert Rifle award. Gary attended the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh obtaining his Bachelor of Arts majoring in Economics. Gary worked tirelessly for fair labor relations working for the National Labor Relations Board for 17 years and as Director of Industrial Sector Operations for the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers until his retirement in 2012.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Prochnow and was the proud father of eight children: Lauren (28), Eric (23), Adam (20), Nicholas (16), Kodi (31), Brad (30), Tomas (26), Whitney (25) and granddaughters Kamille (2) and Lorelei (6 mo.). Further survived by brothers Keith (Debra) of Ripon, Wisconsin, and Randy of Markesan, Wisconsin.

Gary will be remembered for his giving nature and his love of the Wisconsin Badgers and Green Bay Packers.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Surprise Funeral Care, Surprise, Arizona.

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January 20, 2014

Bobby Godinez

You are missed, Brother!

January 14, 2014

David Bunch

Words can't express how saddened we are to hear of your loss. Gary was a great guy that fought for those that needed his expert representation. Gary seemed to always overcome the obstacles hurled at him from every direction. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

January 13, 2014

Donna Caliendo

Gary was a good man who stood by his convictions and what was right. I'll remember him as a loving Father and caring former brother in law.
May he rest in peace.

January 8, 2014

" Gary, you will be remembered as champion for our members. Rest in peace my Brother."

Carey B. Allen
Cloverdale, IN

January 8, 2014

Darlene Nelson

Prayers are with Gary's family and friends at this time...his many accomplishments speak for his strength and concerns for others.

January 7, 2014

Suzanne Clement

I knew Gary at the Labor Board, and was in fact one of the people who interviewed him for the job. He was tireless in his job, even though his handwriting left a lot to be desired. So sorry to hear the news, he will be missed.

January 5, 2014

Rest in peace, Gary. You are finally home with your father. Gary was very well respected and loved by his family and friends. We will miss his love and caring of others and advocacy for those in the labor force who needed him. Gary was the best father my kids could have. Thanks, Gary. My thoughts and prayers are with the family he has lovingly left behind. Jane

January 4, 2014

k

I will love you forever..... xoxo

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