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1936
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2010
Eugene Bui Obituary
Eugene "Gene" L. Bui, 74 was born in Redding, CA on September 5, 1936.
He was the son of Elmer and Marguerite Nixon and had two brothers, John and Norman Nixon.
Gene graduated from Shasta High, Shasta College and Chico State and worked as a probation officer for over 40 years. Gene loved his 1929 fire truck, playing his trumpet and dancing with his wife. Gene helped create the Redding Teen Center and was selected Redding's Man of the Year in the mid 1960's.
Gene passed away on October 20, 2010 in Redding.
He is survived by his wife of eleven years, Madelaine Bui; his daughter Bettina Cagwin, son David Bui, step-sons Patrick and Gregory Johnson; grandchildren Matthew Bui, Wyatt Bui and Tanner Cagwin, and his brother John T. Nixon.
A memorial service will be on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. at
Lawncrest Chapel, 1522 E. Cypress Ave. Redding, CA 96002
(530-222-1587).
Please sign the guestbook at http://obituaries.redding.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Bui
November 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I wanted you to know Gene made a difference in my life back in 1971, in Astoria, OR. He was my probation officer and he said something to me that made me realize my parents would always be there for me no matter what. He had a special way with words and related very well to young people. I thought he was a great guy and have never forgotten him. I am sorry for your loss. Carolyn Ryan (Seaside,OR)
M Cilley
November 7, 2010
My husband and I were very sorry to learn of Gene Bui's passing. In 1964 Gene Bui introduced my husband and I in Redding. He also sang at our wedding. Needless to say, he was very special in our lives for many years. Prior to late 1964, Gene and I worked at the Tehama County court house at the same time. We had lost track to him and were sorry to learn of his passing. Our condolances to his family for their great loss.
Mary Alice George
October 28, 2010
I worked with a Gene Bui who was a Probation Officer in Tehama County many years ago when I was employed in the Tehama County Clerk-Recorder's Office in Red Bluff. I THINK this may be the Gene Bui that passed away in Redding. If so - my sincerest condolences to his surviving family. I believe his first wife's name was Sue Bui.
October 28, 2010
Sorry to hear about Gene. He was a good friend of mine all through school.
Bobby Friebel, Southaven, MS
October 28, 2010
Dear Madeline and Family. Wishing you and your family strength and peace. Hold on to your memories, and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Dot Svenson Happy Valley
Bob Stone
October 28, 2010
Madelaine and family.
Please know my heart and prayers are with you at this time. Gene and I go back a long time. I remember all the good times we had while starting up the Redding Teen Center together all those years ago. What fun we had! I will miss him.
Deanna
October 27, 2010
My sincere condolences to Gene's family. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Jackie & Gordon DeWitt
October 27, 2010
Madelaine, we are so sorry to hear about Gene and offer our deepest condolences on your loss.
Don Mangrum
October 27, 2010
Madelaine and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Gene was a really good man and helped many people along life's way. He was a rare individual and will be missed greatly. May God give you all His peace and comfort.
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