"Cheri,Brenda,Brian,Bret, When I first heard about the passing of your husband/father I was devastated! The memories I have working and spending time with your family are irreplaceable!! To this day Fred is by far the greatest person I've ever worked for. Not once in all the time I worked for you all did he ever raise his voice to me and there were occasions he certainly had the right to do so. I'm blessed to have been part of all your lives! Still praying for you all!!"
In loving memory of
Frederick E. Buechler
January 5, 1944 - January 23, 2014
FREDERICK E. BUECHLER
Mr. Fred Buechler, of Cedar Grove, formerly of Belgium, passed away Thursday afternoon, January 23, 2014, following a traffic accident in the Town of Farmington. He was 70 years old. Fred was born in Port Washington on January 5, 1944, son of Edwin and Germaine Gangelbauer Buechler. He grew up on the family farm in the Town of Belgium and attended St. Mary Catholic School before attending Port Washington High School. He graduated with the Class of 1962 and then went on to serve in the US Army, stationed in Korea. On July 15, 1967 Fred was united in marriage with Cheryl DuCharme at St. Mary Catholic Church, Lake Church. The couple settled on a farm in the Town of Belgium and started their family. Mr. Buechler was active in many community organizations. In the Knellsville 4H he had been a Swine leader, part of the Dairy Promotions Committee and the auctioneer for the Ozaukee and Washington County Fairs. As a member of the Belgium Lions, he received the Merlin Jones Award. Fred was also a board member of Kettle Lakes Co-op and a member of Belgium American Legion Post 412. In 2002 Fred started his livestock trucking and auctioneer business. Mr. Buechler was a member of Divine Savior Parish and enjoyed hunting and the occasional casino trip in his spare time. Fred is survived by his wife Cheri, their three children: Brenda (Donald) Mueller of Belgium, Brian (Irene) Buechler of Cedar Grove and Bret (Jodi) Buechler of Oostburg, eight grandchildren: Dustin, Nathan, Matthew, Hunter, Alex, Faith, Max and Paige, and three great-grandchildren: Jordyn, Avry and Cash. He is also survived by his mother, Geri Buechler of Belgium, sisters Kathleen (the late Patrick) Kernan of Port Washington, Carol (the late Edward) Eckert of Sheboygan and brother Edwin (Judy) Buechler, Jr. of Belgium. Further survivors include sister-in-law Barbara DuCharme of Port Washington, brother-in-law Roger (Susanne) DuCharme of Peshtigo, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7PM on Tuesday, January 28th at Divine Savior, Holy Cross Chapel, 5332 Hwy B, Belgium, Father Todd Budde will preside. Fred will be laid to rest with Military Honors at St. Mary Parish Cemetery, Lake Church, the following day. The family will receive visitors at the CHURCH on Tuesday from 3-7PM, with Lions and American Legion walk-throughs before the service.
Tributes
"Cheri and Family, We have been out of state, traveling since mid-December, and just heard about Fred's passing. Our thoughts and prayers as you journey through the difficult days ahead without Fred. Paul and Susan Olmstead (and Austen, Alex, Zeb)"
"So sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to the family."
"As I went through today, I thought about Fred and the whole Buechler family and the countless hours I spent with them in my early teens. Fred was a patient when needed, stern, when needed, and as good of a role model that a young person could very hope for. I have always been thankful for the lessons I learned simply by working for him and watching his dillegence in his daily work. Everything that needed to be done, needed to be done right. May God's love for all his children comfort you always."
"My parents lived next door to Freddy & Cheryl on Hy. LL in Belgium and were very good neighbors to them. It was many years ago but we don't forget good people. Please know that your family is in my prayers. God Bless."
"I have many memories of Fred over the past few years. I spent many summers on the farm with Dustin, Nate, and Matt. We got into a lot of things we shouldn't have over those summers and never once did Fred yell at us for using his tools, racing the golf cart down the barn hill until it broke, etc. He would always fix it and have a smile on his face and let us be kids. He will be missed."
"To the Buechler Family: I am so sorry for the loss of Fred. Having been close to the family since I was a kid, my greatest memory of Fred is that he was the first (and only) person to show me how to milk a cow. I saw a calf being born on the farm and spent a lot of time with Dustin Mueller exploring the barn, picking stones in the field, and trying to catch all the barn kittens. I will always be thankful for my "farm experience" as a kid thanks to Fred and Cheri Buechler. "
"Brenda and Family, Jack n I wish to express our sympathy for your loss. Please know we are here for you if there is anything. We are sorry we are unable to attend but know our thoughts are with you and your whole family. "
"Cheri, We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Thankfully we have so many good memories of our loved ones. Dave & Jeanne Bichler"
"We are praying for comfort and peace for the family and friends of Fred. He will be missed by many."
"Cherie, Brenda, Brian, Bret and family~ I'm so very sorry for your loss. Fred was such a fun loving out going guy. Fred and I had our laughs, drank some beers and shook dice together. He was a great son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He will truly be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. Hugs to all. I have school on Tuesday nights and might not be able to get to church but want you all to know that I will be thinking of all of you. May God bless you all and keep you strong. "
"Dear Cheri, Brenda, Brian, Bret and Families- We are sorry to hear of Fred's passing. The Lord looked down on Fred and said you've suffered enough, it's time to come home. Cherish the many memories of him and he will live on in your heart. With sympathy"
"Keeping your family close in prayer during this difficult time. May God comfort you and bless you with many wonderful memories that make smile during the toughest times. With love an sympathy,"
"Brenda and family, We are so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your whole family."
"Sincere sympathy from James Risch family..."
"Cheri and family. Our deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of Freddy. He always had a ready smile and a helping hand, both of which will be missed dearly. God's blessing to you and your family. "
"To Cheri, and the Buechler family, When Our family, Barry and Betty Werner, moved from the big city of Port Washington, to an old farm house in Belgium, Fred and Cheri were one of the first friends to welcome us. Our families were "family" ever since. With lots of memories, from the dreaded horse and go cart incident with Fred, to having my first ride in a milk truck with him, picking stones and baling hay and all hopping into the back of his pick up for a trip to dairy queen, babysitting on the farm, and making the mistake of watching a scary movie, Fred just laughed at me when I told him I was sure someone was in the house.( It was just the noise from the milk house equipment.) And for so many more great memories throughout the years, Thank you very much! You are in our hearts and prayers. Maxine, Bill Bowles:"
"Dear Buechler Family: We are so sorry for your loss. What a roller coaster ride your family has been on. Hold on to all of your memories close at heart and those memories will get you through the difficult days that lie ahead. You are all in our prayers! Dan, Tracy, Spencer and Shawna Plier"
"Cheri , Our Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Fred is going to be missed very deeply."
"Cheri, Our Deepest Symapthy to you and our family. Fred will be missed very deeply."
"Dear Cheri & family Our deepest sympathy, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Fred was a true friend & a very dedicated Belgium Lion. He was always there to help in any way possible. Lots of good laughs & memories. We are sorry not to be able to attend Fred's service, but we are praying & thinking of him here in Casa Grande, AZ. May God bless & keep you during this time of sorrow. Lion Al & Agnes "