John “Buzz” J. Paricka, age 79, died at his home on Thursday, September 17, 2026. He was born in Kenosha on October 3, 1946, the son of John and Irene (nee: Potter) Paricka.  Mr. Paricka was a graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. On September 29, 1973, he married the former Carole Drexel. He had been employed by A.M.C. and Snap-on Tools. Mr. Paricka enjoyed flying radio-controlled airplanes, working on cars and enjoying being with his extended family.

Surviving him is his brother, Joe (Carol) Paricka of Evans, GA, as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. His wife Carole, mother Irene Paricka and brother Paul preceded him in death.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Proko Funeral Home on Saturday, October 10, at 2:00PM to the time of the service at 3:00PM. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Racine R/C Club, c/o the club's secretary/treasurer, Bob Johnson, Racine RC Club, 2248 Penbrook Drive, Racine, WI 53406.