He was born on March 17, 1948 in Decatur, IL to Howard and Lela (Presutti) Eicholtz.
John was a Vietnam veteran.
He married Joyce J. Rhodes on Dec. 7, 1987.
John retired from Keystone Steel and Wire after 35 years of service as an electrician.
John is survived by his loving wife,Joyce; two sons, Edward (Sally) Eicholtz of Decatur and Anthony
(Paula) Eicholtz of Decatur; sister, Nancy (Don) Kerrwood of Decatur; and several stepchildren, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
John was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
John enjoyed gardening, was a loyal Cardinals fan, his pets, and loved being surrounded by family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to TAPS.
https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/TAPSshelter
Online condolences may be made at www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com