Brent A. Bucholtz

Brent A. Bucholtz, 59, of Highland Park, Illinois, died on June 20, 2025. The son of Adrianne Mautner and the late Paul Bucholtz, he attended Bolles High School in Jacksonville, Florida, New Trier Township High School, and the University of Florida. He is survived by his mother, ex-wife Maria Bucholtz, and aunts and cousins. A brother, Barry Bucholtz, preceded him in death in 2006.

Brent was a talented hard-rock drummer and guitarist who established home studios in Highland Park (Binaural Beats Studio) and Delray Beach, Florida (The Boneyard). He played at open mics throughout his life, seeking musical collaborators. His great dream was to form a band and record an album.

Brent, who lost his father at a young age, faced a lifelong struggle with mental illness. After finding stability through Thresholds, a Chicago agency that helps the mentally ill through housing and support services, he married Maria and worked at MFRI, Inc. and remained passionate about music. Brent had an inherent sweetness and concern for others but sadly his mental illness challenges eventually overwhelmed his dreams.

Private family services will take place in Jacksonville Florida.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Thresholds, 4101 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613, www.thresholds.org or NAMI Chicago, 224 West Hill Street, Suite 410, Chicago, IL 60610, NAMI.org" rel="sponsored">www.NAMI.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com