John William Buth

John William Buth obituary, Greenfield, WI

John William Buth

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Jan

26

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel

4747 S. 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

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Jan

26

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel

4747 S. 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

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Jan

26

Interment

2:30 p.m.

Wisconsin Memorial Park

13235 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005

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John Buth Obituary

Passed away peacefully at home on January 17, 2026 at age 90. Cherished husband of Lillian for 60 years. Beloved father of Daniel, the late Timothy and Diana. He is further survived by his extended family.

He proudly served in the United States Army.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday, January 26, 2026 from 12 PM until time of service at 1PM. Entombment to follow at Wisconsin Park Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Jan

26

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel

4747 S. 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

Send Flowers

Jan

26

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel

4747 S. 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

Send Flowers

Jan

26

Interment

2:30 p.m.

Wisconsin Memorial Park

13235 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.

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