James Anton Buddecke

James Anton Buddecke obituary

James Anton Buddecke

James Buddecke Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Angels Cremation Center - Bakersfield on Aug. 29, 2025.

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James Anton Buddecke passed away In Bakersfield, CA at the age of 85 with his daughter by his side. Jim was the last of the 14 children born to Anton and Catherine Buddecke of Kimball, NE to pass away which he mentioned made him feel very proud.

Jim married Marian Marie Fueller June 3, 1964. They divorced in 1982. Two children were born from this union. Tony James Buddecke (Patti) of Cedaredge, CO and Tara LeDonne Reid (Dan) of Grand Junction, CO.

Jim had 6 grandchildren and 6 great grand children.

Jim married Joan Buddecke in Bakersfield, CA.

Jim is survived by ex wife Marian Kinder, Joan Buddecke, Tony Buddecke, Tara Reid, Brittney Hannah, Darrick Reid, Christopher Foster, Corbin Reid, Austin Buddecke, Danielle Foster, 6 great grand children as well as many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be September 27th in Cedaredge, CO

Rest in peace, Dad

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