Edward F. Pristel, 97, of Marinette passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 8, 1928, to the late Joseph and Julia (Malinowski) Przistrzelski in Marinette. Ed graduated from Peshtigo High School in 1944. He worked for Scott Paper and then went on to serve his country in the Air Force during the Korean War. He and his brother owned Stan & Ed's Auto Sales, a Chrysler-Plymouth dealership, before changing to Pristel Pontiac GMC in 1980 and retiring in 1988. On August 20, 1955, Ed married Lois Wagner at St. Anthony's Church in Marinette. He was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus serving as Comptroller for several years and a member of Holy Family Parish, Marinette Elk's Lodge, Owl's Poker Club, and the National Square Dance Camping Organization. Ed enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting, bowling, horseshoes, traveling, playing the accordion, dancing, whistling, cribbage, and cards, where he was known as “Lucky Ed.”
Ed is survived by his wife of 71 years, Lois Pristel; son, Scott (girlfriend Isabel Pujadas) and his children: Erin (Carl), Adam (Stefani) and Ian; three daughters: Corrine (Pierre) Allard and their daughter, Miranda (Jason); Faith (Paul) Miller and their daughters, Morgan and Taylor; and Beth (David) Kamps and their children: Brian, Lauren, Kevin, Kristen, John, and Isaac; plus two great grandchildren, Emma (Gio) and Gwyn. Ed was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings: Stanley, Ann, Alice, and Lorraine.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 9-11 a.m. at Holy Family Parish on Taylor Street, Marinette, with a 4th Degree Honor Guard. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. with Rev. Celestine Byekwaso officiating. Thielen Funeral Home is assisting the family.
