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Gerard Buhse Obituary
Gerard, known to his loved ones as "Jerry," had a tenacious spirit and a great sense of humor. He was a retired firefighter for the NYC Fire Department, serving from 1961 to 1991. Jerry proudly served his country in the Army from 1956 to 1958 as well as serving in the Air National Guard for 4 years.
In his free time, Jerry enjoyed playing Golf, Dominoes, and Hearts. He was also a devoted member of Saint Bernadette Catholic Parish of Fuquay-Varina, where he found solace and strength in his faith.
Jerry will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 65 years, Nancy, and his children: Lisa Zilli (married to Randy), Chris Buhse (married to Arlene), and Karen Allen (married to Dermot). He was a loving grandfather to Eric, Gabriel, Jake, Gavin, Colette, Mia, Deirdre, and Niall, and a cherished great-grandfather to Jude and Adelaide.
A funeral service to honor Jerry's life will be held at Saint Bernadette Catholic Parish of Fuquay-Varina on Thursday, August 3, at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Donations can be made online at T2t.org using in memory of [email protected]
Jerry Buhse will be remembered for his tenacity, love, and sentimental nature. May his soul rest in peace.
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William Edward Buhse II; nephew
August 2, 2023
The Last of the original "Buhse Boys" raised by their aunts, Minnie and Majorie, after their mother MaryEllen (nee Burke) passed away with their father,William Edward. At the tender age of three and his oldest brother,"Slim"(William Thomas), who was twenty-one: they were a collection of characters. In the neighborhood everyone 'chipped' in to take of the boys.He was the last and lived the longest of all of them. A one-woman man in love with his girlfriend, Nancy Angordo, they were a great team forever!
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Walter and Elizabeth Jones
August 1, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. Our prayers are with you.
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