John Tregilgas

Obituary of John H. Tregilgas

of Richardson TX, born 4/9/1948 passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2014. Survived by daughter, Kelsie (Corey) Hyden of Richardson; son, Richard Tregilgas of Arlington TX; grandson, Sterling Hyden; sisters, Ann (Harry) Smith of Trussville AL and Dana (Charles) Johnson of Williamsburg VA. Preceded in death by parents, Harriet and Richard Tregilgas and wife of 30 years, Kathi, who passed away in January 2014. John graduated from Cretin High School in 1966 and the U. of Minnesota in 1970. He received his PhD in metallurgy from the U. of Connecticut in 1976. He spent his 37-year career at Texas Instruments, Raytheon, and L-3 Communications. He was active in civic groups, including the Exchange Club and Boy Scouts. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM, Saturday, April 12 at the Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church (Stanford and Prior Avenues). Visitation 5-7 PM Friday at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-228-1006 and at church one hour before Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Exchange Club of Richardson, P.O. Box 850241, Richardson TX 75085-0241.
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