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James Buschbach Obituary

James A. "Jim" Buschbach. Beloved husband of Joan nee Horton. Loving father of Cindy (the late Ralph) Maynard, Christine Buschbach, Cathy (Michael) Hanus, & Jim (Joanna) Buschbach. Cherished grandfather of Ron (Wendy), Heather (Michael), Veronica, Deborah (Jeff), Patricia, Sebastian, James (Jackie), Steven & Jenny. Proud great grandfather of Joe, Julia, Alexis, Renee & James (LBJ). Dear brother of Thomas (the late Sue) Buschbach, & the late Dottie & Hal Larson. Fond brother in law of Joel (Marjorie) Horton, & Glynola Higdon. Funeral Monday 9:00 am from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St. Oak Lawn to Trinity Lutheran Church for Services at 10:00 am. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Sunday from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Proud owner of Buschbach Insurance and World Travel Mart. thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com 708-425-0500

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 5, 2021.

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Frank and Janet Igleski

February 9, 2021

Joan, so sorry to hear of Jim´s passing. Fondly miss seeing you both at RCC. Jim was a great leader at Advocate Aurora Christ Hospital Board where we exchanged ideas with our Board at Advocate Aurora Trinity Hospital. Jim will be truly missed by so many people! Our Heartfelt Sympathy and God´s Peace.

Matt Dutkanych

February 9, 2021

Joan, my condolences to you and your family. Jim was a very well respected leader in our industry and community and a dear friend. I'll miss our discussions about the stock market and his mentorship.

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Don & Darlene Andersen

February 8, 2021

We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a kind and giving man who will be truly missed. Rest in peace, Jim.

Tom Uebele

February 8, 2021

Out thoughts and prayers to the Family.

Gerri valente (Wrona)

February 7, 2021

Joan, my deepest sympathy to you and your family´

Jeannie Coda

February 7, 2021

My Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. He was a great man and will be greatly missed.

Dan Ganzer

February 7, 2021

Mr Buschbach will be greatly missed. He was such a wonderful man. So kind and generous with his time and his gifts. He was truly a blessing to the community.

February 7, 2021

My deepest sympathy to Joan and all the family. I have wonderful memories of many fun times we had together. Lorraine Gillespie

Diane & Matt Mac Intosh

February 7, 2021

I have many memories of working at Buschbach Ins. So many good memories. Our prayers and thoughts our with Jim's Family.

Deborah Varas

February 7, 2021

My deepest sympathies for the entire Buschbach family. The world will be missing his kindness. May he rest in peace.

Bob Smith

February 7, 2021

Sorry to hear about Jim !
He was a great man and huge supporter of Oak Lawn. Jim was a great friend to the police department and all things Oak Lawn ! He will be eternally missed !
Sorry for your loss Joan you were always a formidable team !

Dave Heilmann

February 6, 2021

Joanne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a kind, generous, gentleman and someone who I felt very fortunate to know in my life. Whether it was the hospital, the Children's Museum, or the many other causes in Oak Lawn, few gave as much as you and Jim. How he will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Frankie Annel

February 6, 2021

The love of family and friends will help you through these difficult days. But the memories you made will be with you Forever. Sending prayers and condolences.

Gloria Pierzynski

February 6, 2021

My deepest condolences.

Jeannine and Pat Clettenberg

February 6, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Our short interactions with him at family get togethers were enough to know what a great man he was and how much he loved his family. We love you all, and hope that your wonderful memories bring you some peace.

Pat & Olena Orr

February 5, 2021

To the whole Buschbach Family our deepest sympathies. May you be comforted with God's hand.
Olena Cicero-Orr & Patrick Orr

Mary Grana

February 5, 2021

I am so sad to hear of Jim's passing. He was the best example of "serving others unselfishly". He made the village of Oak Lawn a better place. My prayers to his wonderful and loving family. I will miss him. God bless.

Paulette Pilarski-Puga

February 5, 2021

Jim was a pioneer in the Insurance business along with his lovely wife Joan. A very family oriented man who was loved and will be missed by many. Our heartfelt condolences from the Ed & Vivian Pilarski family

Ken & Marie South

February 5, 2021

Joan and Family -- our condolences to you all. You are in our prayers.

Egon & Dorothy Menker

February 5, 2021

Our deepest sympathies, we will keep you in our prayers.

Paul and Lois Pitalis

February 5, 2021

Our condolences to Joan and the Buschbach family. Jim was a longtime good friend and mentor. He will be missed.

Ken and Margaret Tidwell

February 5, 2021

We are saddened by the news of Jim´s passing. We offer prayers of comfort to Joan and her family during this time.

George

February 5, 2021

celebrating the life lived, remembering the good times we´ve shared.

ARLENE CRATTY

February 4, 2021

Joan and Family--So sorry for your loss.
Will keep you and your family in our prayers.

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5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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