John L. Lochner, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 4, 2022, in his home, surrounded by the ones that loved him. He was under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services, Wausau. He was born August 28, 1943, in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was the son of the late Walter and Dorothy (Schmid) Lochner. John enlisted in the United States Army in 1962 and was honorably discharged in 1967. He married Darlene Wraalstad (who survives him), in March 1995, in Nevada. He had many other careers, like being a journeyman, until he finally retired. During his retirement, you could find him watching the Cubs or Packers play on the TV. He was an avid woodworker and was always taking pride in the care of his lawn. He loved to relax with Darlene and their multiple pets that they have had over the years as well. Family was a huge part of his life, and you could always find him sitting around the kitchen table laughing and sharing stories with them. Survivors, besides his wife, Darlene Lochner, his two sons, James (Julie) Lochner of Texas and Kevin Lochner of Nevada; seven grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and many brother and sister in-laws, as well as his mother in-law. He was preceded in death by two sons Dodd Lochner and Trent Lochner, two brothers Robert Lochner and William Lochner, and a sister Judith Sodini. Celebration of Life will be at a later date. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials should be sent to Good News Project Inc.(Health Equipment Lending Program) 1106 N 5th St, Wausau, WI 54403 Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society of Schofield, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS