David Paul Buklad, 59, of Belleville, IL, born Wednesday, June 10, 1964, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Calhoun Nursing and Rehab Center LLC in Hardin, IL.
David was a shining example of how to overcome adversity, at a very young age he was put to that test, a fighter, overcoming a life threatening injury that only he and his mother had the true faith and fight to overcome. He fought for his life and overcame the biggest obstacle one could face and went on to live a full life. A life that included struggles all along the way but once again he fought and won again and again. He will be missed in more ways than one can imagine.
As a believer he was looking forward to reuniting with the person that prayed and fought hardest for him his entire life, his mother, Virginia. God has welcomed him with open arms and David has finally overcome his last obstacle, rejoicing and dancing with his mother both in perfect harmony with our Lord and Savior.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Parents: Lawrence Robert and Virginia Armenda, nee Foster, Buklad
- Brothers
- Robert Buklad
- Michael Buklad
- Charles (Butch) Horner
Surviving are his:
- Daughter: Katie Buklad of Mandeville, LA
- Grandchildren
- Riley Jean
- Maverick Paul
- Brothers
- Steven (Michele) Buklad of North Port, FL
- Lawrence Buklad of Port Charlotte, FL
- Sisters
- Gail (Rick Mitchell) Buklad of Belleville, IL
- Lauri Buklad of O’ Fallon, IL
- Dear nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials donations are appreciated to fund David’s burial c/o of Lauri Buklad. Any remainder of donations will be donated to Randy’s Rescue Ranch, O’Fallon, IL.
Funeral: Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
11 Comments To "David Paul Buklad"
#1 Comment By Diana Borger-Savoia On November 24, 2023 @ 7:52 pm
My heart was overwhelmed when I heard about David, he was a sweet guy..always so loving and friendly to me…I hate this for the family, to many in such a short time…I’m sending hugs and always love to ya’ll, Lauri, Steve, and Gail…and families…
Love ~~Diana and Tony~~
#2 Comment By Lauri Buklad On November 28, 2023 @ 10:28 pm
Diana,
Thank you for your words of love & support.
The Buklad family appreciates & loves you so much too!
#3 Comment By Robin Adams On November 25, 2023 @ 8:37 pm
God Bless, David, my heart goes out to all the family, many hugs, he was a very sweet person, definitely, missed
#4 Comment By Lauri Buklad On November 28, 2023 @ 10:30 pm
Sincere thanks for your.kind condolences & for all you did for David.
The Buklad Family
#5 Comment By Heather Antrobus On November 25, 2023 @ 8:52 pm
I’m so so sorry yo hear this. David had a special place in my heart. He will be truly missed
#6 Comment By Lauri Buklad On November 28, 2023 @ 10:36 pm
Heather,
You are truly an amazing person that David was lucky enough to call his friend!
Thank you for all the miles you traveled up & down the road for his health needs.
Also, we appreciate all the little extra things you did for him!
You were a blessing in his life!
We can’t thank you enough!
We’ll let you know when his Celebration of Life will be and it would be such a joy if you could attend.
The Buklad Family
#7 Comment By Wanda Oplinger On November 25, 2023 @ 10:11 pm
Lauri, I am so sad with you in the of your brother. We know he is well now but he will be missed by his loved ones.
Please know , you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.
#8 Comment By Lauri Buklad On November 28, 2023 @ 10:39 pm
My Dear Friend Wanda,
You are right….we know he’s well now and that’s the beauty of death…..we are whole again.
Thank you for taking the time to send your condolences!
I miss you my friend!
Lauri
#9 Comment By Amy Needs On November 26, 2023 @ 11:46 am
David was one of my favorite residents at jerseyville rehab he will be missed still can’t believe this 😥😥
#10 Comment By Lauri Buklad On November 28, 2023 @ 10:45 pm
Amy,
Thank you for the care you provided to David while he was a patient at Jerseyville Rehab Center.
His experience there was less than acceptable, but there were some shining stars within the facility who made sure he was taken care of, and we appreciate you being one of them!
His family thanks you so much!
#11 Comment By Margie McQueen On December 4, 2023 @ 5:32 am
With heartfelt sympathy… I read through the obituary – was simple but spoke beautifully to the heart… I knew David as long as you and up until recently had not talked with him for years – our chats were very brief but he was so full of life – focus on the happy memories ❤️❤️