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Christopher Buczek Obituary
It is with great sadness to share the passing of Christopher Buczek on February 15, 2019. Chris was born on February 18, 1974 and grew up in New Milford, CT. Chris' passion for helping others began as a teenage boy by volunteering at Northville Fire Department. He then became an EMT and volunteered at New Milford Ambulance and Newtown Ambulance. His knowledge and drive led him into the healthcare field in which he earned his Associate's Degree in Public Health at Northwest Community College and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Connecticut State University. During this time Chris worked as an EMT at Danbury Ambulance, Danbury Hospital BSI, New Milford Police Department as a dispatcher and Candlewood Lake Authority. Chris was a loving and devoted nurse working for many years at Danbury and New Milford Hospitals Emergency Departments.
Chris loved the outdoors and many friends were the recipients of his overabundance garden, honey from his beehives and maple syrup from the trees he and his friends tapped each spring. He was always willing to lend a hand to those in need or less fortunate than he. He devoted his life to his deep friendships and public service. Most recently as a volunteer in RSAR (Resources in Search and Rescue).
During Chris' short life, he developed deep and long-lasting friendships that carried him through his final days. For this, the family is eternally grateful.
Chris is survived by his mother, Sharon Buczek, sister, Rebecca Gerrish, brother-in-law, Ken Gerrish, and niece, along with his aunts, Pat Nordling (Dave) of Florida, and Bernadette (Tom) of Idaho, plus cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Jack Buczek.
Calling hours will be held at Lillis Funeral Home in New Milford, Monday, February 25th from 11:00 – 2:00 p.m. and 5:00- 8:00 p.m. Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 26th at 11:00 a.m. at Saint John's Episcopal Church in New Milford.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Chris' name may be made to the Northville Fire Department, Water Witch Fire Department in New Milford or RSAR (PO Box 54, Monroe, CT 06468).
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Sandy Monteiro
February 14, 2024
Thinking of you Friend...
Colleen Mongillo
May 3, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was such a warm and wonderful person. The community has lost a wonderful and giving young man.
My heart goes out to you ,Sherry.
February 26, 2019
I am sorry for your loss,Please take comfort in the fact that God will make you firm and he will make you strong. He will firmly ground you, at this time of sorrow.1Peter 5:10.
Colleen Dewan
February 25, 2019
As so many have said, The light from Chris shined so bright on so many. I know the Lord is saying " Job well done". May the Lord continue to allow that light to shine on all of us. Until we meet again.
Carolyn Knupp
February 23, 2019
To meet Chris was to like him, to know Chris was to love him! He was the kindest, funniest , most caring person I have had the honor to call my friend. I will always cherish the time I had working and laughing with him the the ER. I will take comfort in knowing that although he is gone from this physical world he will live in our hearts. Heaven may have gained an angel but we have all gained a special guardian angel for I believe Chris will he watching out for all of us. Rest easy my dear friend. Until we meet again ❤.
Kim Benzing
February 23, 2019
An amazing man-always giving and always sharing. If you knew him you were blessed. XO
Mike Pascuzzi
February 23, 2019
Chris was one of the good guys. He will be sorely missed. If they were all as nice as he was. May he Rest In Peace.
February 22, 2019
Rest in Peace Chris.It was a pleasure to have known you and an honor to have worked with you.My deepest condolences to his family.
Andrea Olivera
February 22, 2019
Dear Sherry and family,
My deepest condolences to you on the loss of Chris. I remember him, among other things, as a loving and devoted grandson. You are in my prayers. Fondly, Andrea Olivera
Hal and Jan Kamm
February 21, 2019
Sherry. So very sorry to hear of your loss.
February 21, 2019
Sherry. So very sorry to hear of your loss.
Hal and Jan Kamm
JoAnne Finkle & Family
February 21, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
S Monteiro
February 21, 2019
So deeply saddened to hear of Chris' passing, such a wonderful and kind person who held the hands of many at the most vulnerable of times. I hope knowing the wonderful things Chris did to help others brings you peace in your hearts...
Sue Besanceney
February 21, 2019
Sherry
So sorry for your loss. You have so many memories of Chris from baby to man, savor each and every one as they belong to only you. You are in my prayers. Sue Besanceney
Doug Brown
February 21, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the wonderful memories of Chris. Taken too soon - may he Rest In Peace.
Doug & Kathy Brown
Nancy Lescrynski
February 21, 2019
Rest In Peace, Chris.
You will never be forgotten.❤
Andrea
February 21, 2019
Sherry& Becky
There are no words. Our special thoughts are with you both.
Bob & Andy
CKT
February 20, 2019
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Robert Sommer
February 20, 2019
Sherry. So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Kris Fazzone
February 20, 2019
I miss you my dear friend!! You will never be forgotten. ----Fuzz
Pete Johnson
February 20, 2019
Youve been taken away far too soon my dear friend, but our pain is lessened knowing that yours is over. Until we are all together again. Love you Boozer
Michael Tiberio
February 19, 2019
The world will be a lesser place with out you My Friend. Thank you for all the great times and great memories.Till we meet again, may God hold you in the Palm of his Hand.
Al and Linda Howard
February 19, 2019
Sherry and family we send our deepest sympathies in the loss of Chris. Prayers and Love to all Linda and Al Howard
Jeanne and Scott Campbell
February 19, 2019
The light Chris brought to our lives will live in our hearts forever. He will be sorely missed but we know he is at peace
Gordon MacCalla
February 19, 2019
Boozer, I write this with tears in my eyes. In the short time you've lived on this Earth, you touched many. You've touched more than I can even imagine. You're on everybody's timeline every day....that speaks in volumes. You were a great friend , a great partner and probably the most selfless person I know. While there is a void left with your transition, there is a mark left on all hearts you've touched....including mine. Until we meet again my friend. Sleep in Peace Booze.....we go it from here.
February 19, 2019
Such a WONDERFUL,WONDERFUL human being .
Chris will be missed but is no longer suffering.
Barbara Fowler ❤
Patty Prestera (ER)
February 19, 2019
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