John Hubert Loretan
Woodstock, IL – John Hubert Loretan formerly of Athol passed away on
September 5, 2025 in Woodstock, Illinois at age 90. John was born to
Lydia (nee Dubovik) and Hubert Loretan on October 25, 1934. He was
preceded in death by his parents and his brother Herbie.
John graduated from Athol High School in 1953 and Norwich University,
Northfield, Vermont in 1957. He worked as a mechanical engineer in the
valve industry. Additionally, he was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.
He enjoyed flying and participating with the Knights of Columbus with
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Woodstock.
John is survived by his wife of 64 years, Wanda (nee Rawski) Loretan;
his children, Michael Loretan of Woodstock and Ann (Bruce) Loretan of
Big Horn, WY; his siblings, Thomas (Janet) Loretan of Troy, ID and
Loraine (Mike) Hendrickson of Palm Desert, CA; and many nieces,
nephews, and cousins as well as many friends in the U.S, Canada,
Switzerland and Belarus and many other countries.
Services were held privately for the family.
For online condolences visit www.davenportfamily.com
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