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William Buzzell Obituary
June 1, 1928 - November 23, 2018
Macon, GA- William Joseph Buzzell passed away November 23, 2018. He was the son of Brig. Gen. Reginald William Buzzell and Josephine Start Buzzell of Bennington, Vermont. He was born in Newport, Vermont on June 1, 1928. During World War II while his father was stationed at Camp Wheeler he attended Lanier High School. He graduated from the University of Vermont where he was Cadet Colonel of the ROTC. He served as a Lieutenant during the Korean Conflict. In 1950 he married Claude Cason Burns. In Macon he was the President of the Georgia Motor Finance Company.
He served on the American Federal Savings and Loan Association board, the budget committee of the United Givers Fund, the finance committee of the Girl Scout Council, and the Macon Day Care Center board. He was a member of the Macon Rotary Club and Idle Hour County Club.
At Northminster Presbyterian Church he served as an Elder, clerk of the session, Sunday school teacher and chairman of the Christian Education Committee for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents Brig. Gen. Reginald William Buzzell, Josephine Start Buzzell, his sister Elizabeth Buzzell Chapman, his brother David Start Buzzell and his granddaughter Virginia Parker Buzzell. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Claude Burns Buzzell; his children Reginald William Buzzell II (Virginia) of Macon, Georgia, Sydney Buzzell Jackson (Thomas) of Athens, Georgia, and Francesca Buzzell Leskosky of Macon, Georgia. His grandchildren are Cason Buzzell Wilkin (Robert) of Macon, Georgia, Reginald William Buzzell III (Mary Allison) of Macon, Georgia, Dr. Lanier Burns Jackson (Anne) of Charleston, South Carolina, Thomas Lewis Jackson (Emily) of Atlanta, Georgia, Sutton Leskosky Boling (Lance) of Atlanta, Georgia, Julia Link McNure (Trevor) of Atlanta, Georgia, and McAllister Burns Leskosky of Macon, Georgia.
His great grandchildren are Robert Eager Wilkin III, Virginia Parker Wilkin, Nancy Anne Buzzell, Reginald William Buzzell IV, Brooks Parker Buzzell, Thomas Bryan Jackson, William Burns Jackson and Louisa Jane Jackson.
The Buzzell family wishes to express their appreciation to their friends Desmond Dudley & Nadia Hodge.
The funeral service will take place Tuesday, November 27th, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Riverside Cemetery. Reverend Ralph W. Hawkins will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Northminster Presbyterian Church, 565 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA 31210 or the charity of your choice.
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Gay Gladin
November 27, 2018
Claude,
Mother ,Gladys Burns Marshall,thought so much of Bill and appreciated his help. My heart goes out to you and your family.
You are special to me.
God bless you.
Gay Marshall Gladin
SWilson
November 27, 2018
I am so sorry for the passing of your loved one. May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
Sharon
November 26, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort strengthen and sustain you through this difficult time. He cares about all of you and understands your sadness. Cherish your many precious memories.
Kate Crenshaw
November 26, 2018
Mr. Buzzell was always so kind to the folks across the hall at the bank when I worked at Fulton Federal! My prayers for peace and comfort for his family and friends!!
Lisa Faulkner-Krommes
November 26, 2018
To the entire Buzzell family. Our sincere condolences to everyone. Mr Buzzell was such a great friend to mom and dad and a great neighbor.
BH
November 26, 2018
Sorry for your loss may there be comfort in knowing that god cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6&7
Richard Hughes
November 25, 2018
Bill and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God will cover you in His comfort and peace in the days ahead.
November 25, 2018
May you find comfort in John 6: 40 when you will see your love one again . My deepest sympathy to the family .
November 24, 2018
May the precious memories comfort your hearts and minds, while God's loving care help you leave the sadness behind. John 3:16.
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