Passed away on Dec 29, 2009

John J. Kostohryz, age 73, of Black River Falls passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2009, at Country Terrace, Black River Falls, while under the care of Black River Memorial Hospice. John was born on December 9, 1936 in Black River Falls to Adolph and Phyllis (Kutchera) Kostohryz. John was the oldest of six children born to Adolph and Phyllis. He spent his entire life in the Town of Irving. He spent his early years working on the home farm in the Town of Irving until its sale. He then worked at the Jackson Box factory in Black River Falls until its closure. He also had been employed at D & S Manufacturing and on various farms in the Black River Falls area. John enjoyed his motorcycles, guns, tractor pulls and just being outdoors. Survivors include a sister, Mary (Jerry) McNulty of Black River Falls; 3 brothers, Len (Jill) Kostohryz, Robert Kostohryz, and Donald (Madeleine) Kostohryz all of Black River Falls; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Janis (Gerald) Severson. Graveside services will be held at a later date at the Irving Cemetery. There will be no visitation or further services. Memorials may be given to Black River Memorial Hospice, 711 W. Adams St., Black River Falls, WI 54615. The Buswell Funeral Home, Black River Falls, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.buswellfuneralhome.com.