Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
Dec 17, 1933 – Oct 20, 2019 (Age 85)
Buersmeyer, James Lee, baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Sunday, October 20, 2019.
Beloved husband for 65 years of Betty A. Buersmeyer. Loving father of Larry Buersmeyer, Cathy (David) Adams, Thomas Buersmeyer, and Alisa (David) Gregory. Dear grandfather of Jonathan (Catherine) Adams, Christina (Jeremy) West, Alex (Ryan) Dunham, Ashley Buersmeyer, Austin Gregory, and Ryan Gregory. Great-grandfather of 7. Brother of Clarence (Joy) Buersmeyer, Joseph (Reni) Buersmeyer, and the late Michael Buersmeyer. Brother-in-law of Maureen Buersmeyer. Beloved uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
James was a veteran of the Untied States Army and served in the Korean Conflict. He worked at IBM for 37 years holding many high ranking positions. He was an active member of the Catholic Church where he was a Eucharistic Minister and an usher. In his spare time, James enjoyed watching all different types of sports and was an avid golfer. He also volunteered for various programs and boards.
Services: Funeral Mass at Holy Infant Catholic Church, Ballwin, Monday, November 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m. with a meal to follow at the church. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Monday, 1:30 p.m., please meet in the cemetery office by 1:20 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Kidney Fund or Charity of Choice. Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road, at Holloway, Ballwin, Sunday, 5-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Read MoreAlisa and family. Thinking about you all at this time. I remember carpools for almost 10 years. Chrissy Stenger Rollins
Chris Stenger Rollins
November 03, 2019 | Belleville, IL | Friend
Betty and family, we are so sorry to hear of Jims passing. We enjoyed all of our friends and neighbors at Baxter Lakes. Our prayers are with you. Larry and Mary Ellingson
October 30, 2019 | Friend
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Margaret Batten
October 27, 2019
My sympathy to Betty and the entire family. I worked with Jim for many years. Jim was a wonderful mentor. Jim was always an inspiration.
Randy Wildebrandt
October 27, 2019 | O Fallon, MO | Coworker
Our thoughts, prayers and condolences to Betty and the entire family. Worked with Jim for nearly 20 years, a true professional.
Jim Ratcliff
October 27, 2019 | Eureka, MO | Coworker
May the love of friends and family be your support and ease the pain of your loss. You were the best neighbors we could ask for in OPK and for that I am so grateful. My parents Frank & Amy wish to convey their condolences, as do my siblings George and Mimi. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Hugs, from Maggie
Maggie Batten
October 27, 2019 | Saint Paul, MN | Friend
Cathy I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. Your family are in my prayers.
Sharon Bax
October 24, 2019 | St Thomas, MO | Coworker