Wanda S. Bukacek

Wanda S. Bukacek, born on January 14, 1943, in Kennedy, Alabama, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024, in Greenville, South Carolina. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, whose life was anchored in love for her family.
Wanda grew up in Hoover, Alabama, where she formed lifelong friendships and memories. She met her husband, Frank Bukacek, in Birmingham, Alabama, and they were united in marriage on July 22, 1966. Their journey together took them to Boston, Massachusetts, before eventually settling in Columbia, South Carolina, in 1969, and later to Greenville in 1974. In Greenville, Wanda became a vital part of her community, serving as a founding member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church.
As a homemaker and mother of four, Wanda dedicated her time and talents to maintaining a well-organized and safe home and producing delicious and nutritious meals for her family. She was known for her nurturing spirit and her unwavering support of her husband and children.
Wanda was an enthusiastic spectator at her family's sporting events and consistently brought her 'A game' to the field, cherishing every moment spent cheering for her children and grandchildren. As a proud grandmother of eleven, "Grammie" cherished her role and filled her grandchildren's lives with warmth and affection. She enjoyed creating cherished family traditions including events and meals for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Wanda will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, her faith, and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her.
She leaves her husband, F. R. "Frank" Bukacek; four children, Lisa Costner and her husband Rich, Jeff Bukacek, Brett Bukacek, and Shane Bukacek and his wife Kristie; eleven grandchildren, Jacob Costner, Joshua Costner, Luke Costner, Brandon Bukacek, Katheryn Bukacek, Matthew Bukacek, Kieli Bukacek, Holdyn Bukacek, Ayden Tilley, Ella Bukacek, and Reece Bukacek.
She was preceded in death by her parents, J. C. Higdon, Jr. and Ruby (Richards) Higdon.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Prince of Peace Catholic Church at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Wanda's family will receive friends in the narthex of the church at the conclusion of the service. A private entombment for family will be held in Graceland East Memorial Park.
Family and friends who are unable to attend the service can view the Live Stream by clicking on the "Watch Event" button located on the main obituary page.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Hospice House of Greenville (McCall's Hospice House),1836 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC 29680 or visit http://www.hospicehousegc.org/donations.php.
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