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William Buzby Obituary
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Bill was born Aug. 23, 1933, in Fairbanks to Robert and Mildred (Tiny) Buzby, a longtime Alaska Pioneer. The family moved from Fairbanks to Palmer in 1949. Bill graduated from Palmer High School in 1951.
He worked for Bob Milkie and Consolidated Freight, hauling produce around the state.
Bill married Judith Bryant of Palmer in 1956 and had four children: Dwight, Brenda, Brian and Denise.
He worked for Herman Brothers Construction Co. from 1960 to 1988 as a heavy-equipment operator, mechanic and shop foreman. He retired in 1988 from Herman Brothers and the operating engineers Union 302.
Bill and Judith divorced in 1976. He married Barbara Holeman (Brewster) of Anchorage in 1978. Barbara had two sons, Curtis and Perry Holeman.
Bill loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending time at the family's' camp in the Alaska Range with his family and friends. His family always came first.
Bill is survived by his wife, Barbara; mother, Mildred (Tiny); brothers, Ed of Fairbanks and Dennis of Palmer; sister, Alice Sims of Wasilla; son, Dwight (Karen) of Fairbanks; daughter, Brenda (Arie) of Bakersfield, Calif.; son, Brian (Suzanne) of Wasilla; and stepsons, Curtis and Perry Holeman of Anchorage. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, plus a boatload of aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Buzby; and daughter, Denise Buzby.
Arrangements are with Valley Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Buzby
Joe Pelletier
October 5, 2010
Dwight, Brenda, Brian; I was so sad to hear about your dad. Your home was always a lot of fun to be at for me. Remember when you were building the log house, Dwight got your dad to let me drive the green chevy truck? I forgot the clutch, started that sucker right up and backed into the house. Your dad came running out "What the hell was that?" Dwight said quietly "Joe was driving the truck." He replied "Oh." I don't think I ever saw all of you laugh so hard. He was a good man. Sorry for your loss Barb, I never got to meet you, but I understand your loss. Alice, don't know if you remember Matchbox Joe or not. Tiny, I have the fondest or memories of the hunting camp. Love to all. Bill (Paul Neuman in my young imagination) will be missed.
Paul Holley
October 3, 2010
Brian(Buz), Suzanne, Nick, Justin, and family. I am sorry to learn of your loss. You were blessed to have your Dad for 77 years. I pray that with the passage of time your tears will turn to smiles as you remember the good times. For myself in the times of my greatest grief I have had the hole in my heart filled with the love of Christ, this is my prayer for you. Take care and God bless you, the smiles will come again.
Thomas Furbush
October 3, 2010
Barbara, my thoughts are with you and your extended family. I hope looking back in memory brings you some comfort.
Perry Holeman
October 2, 2010
Bill,
Thank you for being such a positive role model to me. I will always cherish the love, kindness and patience you showed my Mom, Curtis and I. I have been blessed to have you in my life.
Rest in peace Bill.
Curtis Holeman
October 1, 2010
Thank you Willie for being so good to us and taking care of Mom. You were the sparkle in my mothers eye and a loving stepfather to Perry and I. I will always remember your gentle ways and caring heart and the way your whole body shook when you laughed. I miss you Willie. Rest in peace.
Joe/Lori Buzby
October 1, 2010
Cousin Billy will always have a special place in my heart! He will be truly missed.
Carol and Luther Bailey
October 1, 2010
Bills visit to our home was always a special event with lots of love,laughter and memories exchanged. He lived for the love of his families and had a special place in all our hearts. He will be greatly missed by all. Rest in peace dear Cousin
Dick and Sandy Buzby
October 1, 2010
It's hard to understand why people are taken from us,but find comfort in knowing Bill was a special part of a well lived life. Wishing the Buzby Family strength and Peace.
Libby Renfro Hervey
October 1, 2010
Hi Buzby kids,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad! We all know he's reunited with numerous loved ones in heaven. I hope that brings you comfort. My strongest memories of Uncle Bill was that he loved kids! he loved all of us. he loved his grandkids and great grandkids! I'm convinced they kept him going all these years. I hope you find comfort in your memories. remember him living.
may peace be with all of you
Alice Sims
October 1, 2010
Rest in peace my dear brother, love you
September 30, 2010
Hear the whisper on the wind,
It is the Great Spirit
Sending love and peace
to all who listen.
Art and Vonnie Wanner,Fort Worth,Texas
Dick Branton
September 30, 2010
Bill really enjoyed his last trip to camp & we talked about camp a lot on
our drive home. Bill will be missed at our regular Tuesday evening meeting. He was a great friend. Dick Branton, Wasilla
Jusczak/Baker
September 30, 2010
Dwight and Families, So sorry to hear of your lose. Hopefully time and memories will ease the pain. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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