James E. Bucko

James E. "Jim" Bucko, age 87, U.S. Army Veteran, born into Eternal Life February 16, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Judy (nee Johnson). Loving father of Jim (Cathie), Jon (Patti) and JoDee (Joe) Miller. Proud grandpa of Brendan, Colin (May), Hannah (Mauribel), Erin (Duncan), Corey (Amy), Jack, Max, Shane, Seth, Isa and Olivia. Loving great-grandpa of Riley, Jace, Owen, Lylah, Evie, Liam, William, Rand, and Charlotte. Preceded in death by his parents Edward and Josephine (nee Kuras). Brother of Kathy (Andy) Esposito. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired Safety Director for Rogers Cartage Co.
Family and friends will meet at Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave., on Friday Feb. 27th, for visitation from 9:30 am until time of Mass at 11:00 am. Private interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Christ the King School Foundation, 9240 S. Hoyne Ave., Chicago, IL 60643 or https://www.cks-foundation.org/. Arrangements entrusted to Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., Chicago. For info (773) 238-0075 or sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com.