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Betty Buik

1927 - 2013

Betty Buik obituary, 1927-2013, Oak Brook, IL

BORN

1927

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Elmhurst Community Funeral Home - The Ahlgrim Chapel

567 South Spring Road

Elmhurst, Illinois

Betty Buik Obituary

Betty J. Buik, 86, formerly of Oak Brook and Elmhurst, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013. Beloved wife of Donald W. Buik for 65 years; loving mother of Nancy (Jeff), Richard (Patricia), Christine (Jim) and James (Teresa); proud grandmother of Mark, Anna, Mollie, Steven, Will, Julia, Katie and Daniel. Born in Chicago on May 8, 1927 and preceded in death by parents, Agnes and William Jakoubek, and sister, Mildred Gotsch. Prior to a lengthy illness, she was active in community organizations including PEO, AAUW, Camp Fire, and teaching ESL. In 1993, she received the Founders Medal from her alma mater, Elmhurst College. Special joys included music, travel, her garden, and faithful dog, Max. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 6 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel United Church of Christ; 315 E. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL; visitation will precede the service at 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Buik Endowed Scholarship Fund, Elmhurst College, 190 Prospect, Elmhurst, IL 60126. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. Funeral info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 24, 2013.

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December 6, 2013

To the Buik family - I send my sympathies at the passing of your dear Wife, Mother and Grandmother. I will always remember Mrs. Buik as a woman with a great sense of style and great sense of humor. She was an integral member of my Mother's group of friends who met monthly in each others' homes as 'The Needlepoint Group' or as my Dad called them 'Busy Fingers and Fancy Doers'. Wishing you all God's peace. Jenny White Pettinger

Page Kennedy

December 6, 2013

Dear Chris, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I willl think of you and your mom every time I find a white feather...she will always be close. Sending healing energy for peace during this challenging time. Love~Page

Zerrin Bulut

December 5, 2013

We're so sorry for your loss, and know that Mrs. Buik certainly touched many people, in a myriad of ways. Mr. and Mrs. Buik will always be the best neighbors a family could hope for. I will always remember Mrs. Buik as she prepared for her many long walks with the dogs, and enjoyed the outdoors and her garden. Deepest sympathy to your family.

Zerrin Bulut

December 5, 2013

The best neighbor a family could ask for. Will always think of Mrs. Buik readying herself for a brisk dog walk around the neighborhood. Deepest sympathy to the whole family. Zerrin Bulut & family

Elizabeth Rudolph

December 5, 2013

We're thinking of you and your family in this difficult time. Lots of love and peace to all of you.

Libby and Luke

Jim Baldauf

December 3, 2013

Jim, sorry to hear about your mom. Many good memories at you place in Emhurst.

Vickie Lyford

December 2, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Buik family on the loss of Betty. She was a wonderful lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Love, Warren, vickie, Brooke, and Paige Lyford

Mary Jamieson

November 29, 2013

Dearest Chris: Blessings to you and all your family. It was a pleasure to know your Mom and we will always be happy to hear you share stories of her with us.

Vanessa Heller

November 29, 2013

My Darling Cricket, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your Mom was a wonderful Woman and I learned a lot from her. If there's anything I can do please just ask. WoHeLo

Bill Peper

November 28, 2013

Chris, Mom told me a couple days ago, about "Mrs. Buik" (as we always called her!) going to Heaven. What a sweet lady she always was, and was ever-willing to be the mother-down-the-street to all of us stinky little boys. We'll miss her, and the Pepers have lost a real friend. Best wishes to you all!

Don and Donna Wehrenberg

November 26, 2013

We will miss Betty Buik, a wonderful lady. We will keep her in our prayers and thoughts. May she rest in piece with our Load God. Don and Donna Wehrenberg

David Phelps

November 25, 2013

Best wishes to Don, Jim and families. We are sad to hear of Betty's passing.
Rotary Club of Chicago

November 24, 2013

My deepest sympathy on the loss of Aunt Betty. Rayma Peterson

November 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Don and the entire Buik family.Betty will be long remembered for her style and grace.
Margot and Jack Bartler

Scott Clifford

November 24, 2013

Jim sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. May all of your fond memories of her help you and your entire family during difficult times. May she Rest in Peace.

November 24, 2013

Your Mom was the best! I will never forget the great times our two families had while growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Patti Schroeder

C.B.

November 24, 2013

May the comfort only God can give be with the Buik family.

Jill Genzler

November 23, 2013

Chris--

I am so sorry for you and your family. No matter how long and full a person's life, it's always hard to lose a loved one.

With my heartfelt sympathy--
Jill

KATHLEEN MC CARTHY

November 23, 2013

VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Beckmann Family

November 23, 2013

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Bethel United Church of Christ

315 E. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL

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6

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Bethel United Church of Christ

315 E. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL

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Elmhurst Community Funeral Home - The Ahlgrim Chapel

567 South Spring Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

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