Born: December 19, 1957 - Deceased: February 18, 2020
Debbie Buechler nee Johnson, 62, of Belleville, peacefully rejoined her loved ones in heaven, while surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at Evelyn’s House, St. Louis Mo.
Born, December 19, 1957 in San Pedro California, she was raised in Illinois, graduating from Belleville Township H.S. West in 1976. Her career as an Office Specialist was shared; as a Purchasing Agent with Empire Comfort Systems as well as a Claims Distribution Mgr. with ArtiGem Co. Debbie had many traveling adventures and photos, which she enjoyed sharing with loved ones. She loved volleyball, boating, water skiing, camping, hiking, and outdoor activities. Her time spent with family and four wonderful grandsons was truly cherished.
She was preceded in death by her:
- Parents: Isaac and Charlotte Johnson
- Brother: Timothy Johnson
She is survived by her:
- Husband of 41 years: James Buechler
- Son: Dale (Heather) Buechler of Springfield MO
- Daughter: Amanda (Chris) Jordan of Columbia IL
- Grandchildren
- Dylan and Bryce Buechler of Springfield MO
- Jacob and Owen Jordan of Columbia IL
- Many relatives, friends, and co-workers
The Buechler family would like to note our appreciation to Debbie’s colleagues at ArtiGem, Belleville Firefighters Local 53, as well as the nurses, doctors, and staff at Evelyn’s House for their excellent care and compassion.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Belleville Area Humane Society, or the Charity of your choice.
Visitation: Visitation from 4:00 – 8:00 pm, Monday, February 24, 2020 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Msgr. Bill McGhee officiating. Private family interment at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Debbie, what a wonderful friend and co-worker you were. You are going to be missed more than you know. We gathered at Artigem this afternoon and shared our memories of you with each other. We laughed and cried in your memory. Prayers to those left behind to mourn your passing. I know that God will wrap us all in His love and will provide comfort to us all.
Very sorry to hear of your mother’s departure. Sounds as if she fought hard and did her best to beat that terrible disease. You were fortunate to have had her as your mother and she must have been A wonderful grandmother! Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family!
Debbie and Jim with us had a lot of good laughs back in the 80’s. Volleyball was one of them in our backyard and another Canoeing down the current river. Great memories great GAL.
To the Buechler family: As Wanda said above, Debbie was a good friend and co-worker to all that she worked with and I’m sure everyone outside of her work. We had so many smiles and laughs about one of our common bonds, grandchildren! She had four boys and we had four girls and we were always sharing stories and pictures. Her caring was genuine! Jim sent her more flowers than all of us put together and a smile always accompanied. Thanks for sharing her with us! She will be missed by many, not so much for work, but for the family feeling that she shared with everyone. She had a tough battle. May she rest in peace with those that have gone before her where they will be reunited.
Jimmy, I am so so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim to you and your family, so sorry to hear of your beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother”s passing. May God comfort you and your family in this of sorrow.