John E. Pinzl, 82, of Mercer, died peacefully Monday, Nov. 12, 2012, at home, surrounded by his family, following a lengthy illness.      He was born Nov. 7, 1930, in Milwaukee, son of the late John and Elsa (Renz) Pinzl, and graduated from Wauwatosa East High School in Wauwatosa in 1948. He was employed as a lithographer in Wauwatosa and for 33 years at the MCP Co. in Milwaukee, retiring in 1990 and moving to Mercer in 1998. While living in Wauwatosa, he was instrumental in forming Junior League Baseball and was actively involved in coaching.      John was a member of the Mercer Tavern Horseshoe League. He enjoyed hunting, the beauty of the great Northwoods, and the beautiful view of Fox Lake from his home. He especially enjoyed spending time with and telling stories to his grandchildren.      John was married to the former Marie V. Gillich of Hartford on May 25, 1957, in Hartford.      Surviving are his beloved wife and best friend, Marie; three children, John J., DDS, S.C. (Dr. Christine, DDS) and Julie (Steve) Hoffmeister, both of Mercer, and Michael (Sarah), Cedarburg; nine grandchildren, John, Joseph, Lauren, Emily and Nicholas Pinzl, Kyle and Quentin Hoffmeister, and Delaney and Lily Pinzl; and other relatives and friends.      Out of respect for his wishes, cremation has taken place.      A celebration of John's life will be held at a later date.      In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.      John's obituary can be viewed online and condolences given to his family at mckevittpatrickfuneralhome.com.      Arrangements were entrusted to McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ironwood, Mich.