Joseph Harry Prill, 76 years old of Bad Axe, passed away on March 31, 2022 at his home with his family by his side. Joseph was born on May 17, 1945 to the late Alex and Regina (Vigenski) Prill. On November 27, 1965, Joseph married Mary Blackstock, whom he always lovingly referred to as his "Emma".

Joe grew up on the family farm in Kinde, and had a love for all of the animals. He worked at Tower Automotive in Elkton for 43 years, retiring in 2006. He was also a dedicated member of Moose Lodge for 30 years. Joseph enjoyed polkas, driving and tinkering with tractors, tending to his garden, keeping up with his yardwork, riding 4-wheelers, bike rides and walks. He enjoyed fun times with his family and friends and always had a beer to offer. Joseph will be missed by all who knew him.

Joseph is survived by his wife Mary "Emma"; children Kathy Rinnert, Kurt Prill, Keith (Cindy) Prill of Bad Axe; grandchildren Matt (Alysha) Rinnert, Amy Rinnert, Emma Prill, Marissa Prill; great grandchildren Samantha Rinnert, Lily Rinnert, MaKenzie Rinnert, Matthew Rinnert Jr.; siblings Mike (Joan) Prill, Francis Walsh, Joanne (Tom) Butch, Edna Miller, Marianne  (Pat) Sieman; brothers and sisters in law Richard Schmidt, Harvey Lubeski, Jim Yokam, Jim (Donna) Blackstock, Gary (Jackie) Blackstock, Ed (Luann) Blackstock, Mark (Becky) Blackstock, Gloria (Dave) Shuff, Jane Blackstock, Sue Babb, Shirley (Don) Bland, Linda (Chester) Gucwa, Carol (Keith) Farver; several nieces and nephews and cousins. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, mother in law Marie Blackstock, great grandson Steven Rinnert, son in law Robert Rinnert; siblings John Prill, Alex (Florence) Prill, Edward Prill, Marlene Yokam, Karen (Rocky) Nichols, Virginia Lubeski,  Theresa Schmidt; brothers and sisters in law Bill (Rosemary) Blackstock, and Dale Blackstock.

Funeral service for Joseph will be Monday April 4, 2022 at 11:00AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church of Dwight Township, with Fr. Craig Carolan officiating, and burial will follow at a later date in St. Mary's Catholic cemetery.  Visitation will be on Sunday at MacAlpine Gage Chapel in Kinde, from 2:00-8:00 PM.

Memorials may be offered to the Family c/o Mary Prill.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com