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John "Buff" Drelles

New Berlin, Wisconsin

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Drelles, John "Buff" Found Peace Nov. 30, 2009, age 53. Loving brother of Jim Drelles, Diane (Roland) DeGrand and Tom Drelles. Buff was loved and will be remembered by cousins, other relatives and many special friends. Visitation will be held Thurs., Dec. 3, at CHURCH AND CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 380...

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Dear Johnny,

Its your cuz georgie as you would call me solidly. Miss your genuine persona , love and largesse in all manners of life. Bless you always and Im eventually looking forward to our meeting again with Yiayia and all our relatives in paradise. Love you yianni

Living in Arizona, it took a while for the news of Buff's passing to reach me. Buff was my friend from Kiko's going back 25 years. Every time I visited Milwaukee, I looked forward to seeing Buff again. What a truly remarkable, wonderful man! Seven seconds, my dear friend!

I had not seen Buff in quite a few years. But I am sad that I won't have the opportunity to relive old times with him. So many laughs from 30 years ago. Red Carpet, Kiko's, Greekfest, Park Avenue. Lots of laughing and capers. So much humor and that wonderful voice. So glad you were my friend.

I just heard today from a friend about the passing of Buff. I am deeply saddened. Buff was one of the most uplifting people on the planet.

Buff was one of the most wonderful,
sweet caring people I have ever been
blessed to know. He was a gentle
giant with a huge huge heart. I will
miss seeing him at the State Fair and
he will always be in my heart. I still
can't believe he's gone.
Denise Povolo

Rest in Peace "cuz". I will always remember seeing you at Park Avenue. You always had a warm and welcome greeting and I felt safe with you at the door. My thoughts and prayers to to the family.

I miss Buff already. He was the guy I always thought would be there. I never met his family, although I wish I had. He was a Gentle Giant of a man, and it kills me that I was not there for his funeral. What a shame -- I will remember him always. BEEFCAKE!!

Buff a man of courage, kindness, and a laugh larger than himself. It is with such sadness to hear of his death and I hope his family can find peace in all the memories we hold dear to our hearts.

It was so sad to hear the news today of Buff's passing, such a kind heart is a rare gift. I hope he is smiling down at us all.
My thoughts and prayers to his family
Jo Anne Watt