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RICHARD BUCHONIS Obituary

Richard G. Buchonis June 3, 1936~February 18, 2011 Of Eatonville, WA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 18, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife Lorraine of 25 years, 3 children, Richard D. Buchonis, Tammy Walz and Diana Wandler, and a sister Judith DeRoo. He has 3 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, many other family members, and a family of friends that he made wherever he went. There will be a Celebration of Life for Richard on March 12th at 5:00 PM at The Church at Cedar Springs 13314 224th St E, Graham, WA 98338. For further details and guest book please visit www.powersfuneralhomesumner.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Feb. 27, 2011.

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Diana Wandler

February 19, 2019

Dad, I sure miss you, i can't believe you've been gone for 8 years.
I know you, Aunt Judy Nana and Grandpa are watching over us.
Love and miss you all lots...
Love Diana

Lynne Fitzgerald

February 16, 2019

You Are Missed Cousin, Both You and Judy. Hope You Two aren't playing too many pranks up there, You I'm sure of, her not so much. Love and Miss You Both Lynne

Lisa Morton

February 15, 2019

Never forgotten.

Lynne Fitzgerald

March 11, 2011

Dick you will be greatly missed by everyone. You are in a place where you can oversee all your animal friends and look down on your Family and Watch how they move thru life. Love Lynne

Lanphere Family

March 7, 2011

Richard, Tammy & Diana - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. God Bless you.
Theresa Lanphere White

March 3, 2011

Love you Uncle Dick, Rest In Peace. Love Logan

Kansas Harlan

February 28, 2011

Grandpa, You have left a legacy of family, family friends and had a special gift with all of natures animals. May you watch over us and protect us until we join you again. Lovins always your granddaughter Kansas and my family

Karen Parker

February 27, 2011

You were a great neighbor it is so hard to believe you are gone. Still each morning I keep expecting to see you and Kodi Bear out for your walks. You will be very much missed.

Judy DeRoo

February 27, 2011

Love you and miss you Love your sister Judy

Debbie Harder

February 27, 2011

Uncle Dick, you are loved and will be missed. You will forever remain in my heart. I love you. Love, you niece Debbie

February 27, 2011

Mike and Lisa Morton
It was an honor to have known and worked with Richard. (D.B.)

February 25, 2011

Dick,I'm so glad we got together on skype like we did so we could see each other and talk and laugh together. I know you are in a better place now and you are with Mom and Dad. I love you and miss you.

Diana Wandler

February 24, 2011

Dad, you touched so many lives though your journey of life.You left us too soon, The memories and stories will last for ever in our hearts, I know you are watching over us. Love and miss you dad, Diana

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