The Life of John E. Prettyman
John E Prettyman 94, a 40 year resident of Drexel Hill, died at the Broomall Nursing and Rehab Center.
Born in Philadelphia and raised in Absecon NJ, he had lived at one time in Secane and Yeadon. John worked as a technical rep for Multigraph, a printing and copy machine company, retiring in 1989. John served in the Marine Corps during WW II, receiving a Purple Heart, air medal and he was also a Disabled American Vet..
John’s many hobbies included wood carving/burning and puzzles. He was an avid reader, enjoyed coloring books, the garden and birds. John was a member of the Sons of Italy, the Sacred Heart Seniors, the St. Kevin's Pioneers, was a fundraiser for the Deborah Heart Hospital. He had also served as Activities Director for PWP (parents without partners). A bowler at the Wynnewood Lanes and Sproul Lanes, he was also a member Saint Dorothy’s Parish.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years Gloria DeFeo Prettyman, his children Rosemary Lilly, Mike Prettyman, Kathy Janette, John Prettyman and Alismary Becker; also survived by Gloria’s children, Nancy Rosenberg, Esther Zuppo, JohnVolpe, 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren
Service: Funeral Service will be 12noon Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Toppitzer Funeral Home at Arlington where friends may call after 11:00AM.
Interment: Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Contributions to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign and/or other Marine Corps Charities would be preferred
c/o Local Marine Corps League, PO Box 2600 Upper Darby PA 19082,
Condolences/online obituary:www.Arlingtoncemetery.us
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2016.08.19
Spies Family
David sharing pics of the Spies grandchildren and great grandchildren special trip to see Grandpop; listening to his stories and enjoying his woodworking pieces that will always be cherished.
2019.02.20
Thanks, Pop
You always made me feel like I was special to you and loved by you. Thank you for being my grandfather and someone I could always count on for a hug and smile. When I got divorced, you told me you wish you were 50 years younger so you could marry me...and that my ex was an idiot. Thanks, Pop!
2019.02.21
My Dad
My dad. One of the last Marines from WWll has fallen. Rest in peace good sir till we meet again. I am and always was very proud to say My Dad is a Marine! Love you dad.
2019.02.21
Happy Birthday
Always a heartfelt memory for me.. My Dad took the Trek north to New Hampshire with Gloria and stayed the weekend at my house with 15 family members just to celebrate my 40th Birthday.
2019.02.22
Rosemary's
So many wonderful happy memories of my Dad. I always remeber my Dad being plesant and kind. So proud of his military service in the Marine Corps and the many contributions of his hand sculpted gifts to the Toys for Tots program. Your memory will be etched in our hearts forever. Missing you, but find contentment knowing you are at peace. xoxo
2019.02.24
Missing you
We will miss you Pop. You filled a void in our life and gave us all your time. You were there for our Mom as well, as for our children. You were always present for their games, birthday parties, recitals, plays, scouts, and on and on. You made us numerous wood carvings, wooden spoons, cake tester, recipe holders, bird houses, and my favorite, the white swan you made me as well as the little foot stool in the shape of a violin. Everywhere I look in our home will always be reminders of you. You were dating my Mom when you gave me your meatloaf recipe, which I still make today. You loved puzzles, crossword puzzles, suduko, reading, carving and woodwork. Your love of making toys for my favorite organization, Toys for Tots. You were proud to be a Marine. You wore your hat and shirts with pride. You always were quiet but when you spoke, it was plain and simple but always the truth. We will miss you.
2019.02.27
DAD
My Dad was a good provider for his family, I remember looking forward to him coming home for dinner every night after work, breifcase in hand always wearing his fedora with the red feather. Dad wanted us to have God in our lives, I remember walking to church on Sundays with him and my brother John, not because we didnt have a car but because it was close enough to walk and it was good for us. I remember spending summers at the Jersey Shore at our grandparents house we went to Brigantine beach every weekend. Dad taught us how to body surf, to be patient and look for the perfect wave, he always caught the best waves that rode him right up onto the sand. We loved burying him in the sand and building sandcastles. Christmas was always special. He was up early with us half asleep ready to play with our new toys with us. He bought me my first bike a beautiful red 10 speed with a white leather seat, sadly it got stolen not long after i got it. I was so upset.He went out and bought me another one! He was the kind of Dad, everyone would want. Im thankful and blessed for the many memories and for having him here on earth in my life for so many years. Missing you Dad, Love you. I know your enjoying heaven and look forward to seeing you there.
Originally posted by Alisemary B