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Vernon Buchhorn Obituary
Vernon L. Buchhorn passed away on March 20, 2017 at the age of 77. He was born on December 5, 1939 to Arnold and Alien Buchhorn in Yorktown, Texas.
Vernon is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Janice (Galle) Buchhorn; sons, Brian Buchhorn (Amie) and Brad Buchhorn (Laura); granddaughters, Caroline, Rebecca, and Abigail; sister, Lenora Mahan; brothers, Walter Buchhorn, Garland Ray Buchhorn, and Donald Buchhorn; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Alien Buchhorn, and brother, Lloyd Buchhorn.
Vernon served in the United States Army for 2 years, after which he worked for 15 years as a union carpenter, and later as a superintendent for Alice Roofing Company for 25 years.
Visitation will be held from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, March 24, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home (1701 Austin Highway). Funeral service will be at 10:00am on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Beitel Memorial Lutheran Church (2515 Austin Highway), followed by interment at Sunset Cemetery, and then a lunch reception at the church. Memorial donations may be made to Beitel Memorial Lutheran Church.
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March 27, 2017
Prayers and sympathy for the entire Buchhorn family. So sorry for your loss. Vernie as we knew him will be greatly missed. There was a lasting friendship through the years.
John & Wanda Horny
Blanche Hope
March 25, 2017
Janis, Brian, Brett - I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My husband, Byron Hope (Scorpion Soccer) always commented on how he was a wonderful husband and father.
Byron passed away on Dec. 14, 2006 and he would always reminice about the soccer days.
Our prayers and deepest sympathy.
March 25, 2017
Our Sincere condolences to the family. We remember Vern as a kind, helpful person with a good attitude whenever we saw him. We also appreciated his continuing help for the Mustangs soccer team through the years. The boys were better off for his assistance. San Antonio is a better place because Vern resided here. We will pray for the family for comfort in your loss.
Gary and Linda Guy
David & Lynda Carpenter
March 24, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to the Bucchorn family. We live next door and we will forever miss hearing Vernon wave to us and hollering 'Hi neighbor'. He was one of the good guys and will be missed.
Lynda and Dave Carpenter
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Jimmy Petrutsas
March 24, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Buchhorn family, and friends of Vernon. May the peace of our Lord and Savior comfort you all during this difficult time.
Janice Williams
March 24, 2017
As I look through these pictures, I can tell that after having two sons, he really loved having those three little granddaughters.
Ronnie Buchhorn
March 23, 2017
Uncle Vernon always made time for family and friends. Never did anything halfhearted and taught me to do right even when no one was looking. All the good times we had hunting and fishing together will never be forgotten. Would help anyone any time. I will miss you uncle Vernon all the years of my life.
Love Ronnie Buchhorn
Elaine Buchhorn
March 23, 2017
Prayers of Peace Comfort and lots of love sent to you aunt Janice, Byran, Amy, Brad, Laura, and all the girls. Words cannot express the feelings of loss we all have, or the reality that uncle Vernon is gone. We loved him like a dad, not an uncle and the joy and love he showed us. Ronnie is lost without him and we will always cherish all the moments we had with him. He was a true legacy and we will never forget how much he touched our lives in many ways. Our reunions, and Christmas parties will never be the same without him. Our deer hunting or fishing adventures or late night card games will be missing our Uncle Vernon bringing laughter to each moment. We know we will meet again in that great big deer blind in the sky! Our hearts are broken and we will miss you always. RIP uncle Vern. Thank you for all you did to brighten our lives.
Janice Williams
March 23, 2017
To Janice and boys, Vernon will always be "Coach" to us, as Charlie was. He was a true gentleman. To Vernon I say, "there is soccer in Heaven." To those he left behind I say, "memories last forever and God's peace will settle over you in due time."
Victor and Carmen Fuentes, Jr.
March 23, 2017
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. We, the Fuentes family, are overwhelmed with sadness. To us, he was a great person and a great soccer coach. The time we spent with all those soccer families was one of the happiest times. He will truly be missed by everyone.
peggy and travis buchanan
March 22, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
March 22, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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