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Gwen Bucher Obituary
Gwen E. Bucher
Dec. 11, 1938 - Mar. 11, 2021
VALPARAISO, IN - Gwen E. Bucher, 82 of Valparaiso, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. She was born December 11, 1938 in LaCrosse to Aaron and Emma (Marti) Heinold. After losing her mother at age 13, Gwen was raised by Grace (Eisenman) Heinold, whom she considered her mother. Gwen graduated from Kouts High School, and later made her career in the Kouts School System as a Kindergarten Teacher. She was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church of Valparaiso, and previously served on the Board of Directors at the NWI Women's Center. Gwen enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a faithful prayer warrior, who will be remembered for her stubborn "German" attitude.
On March 2, 1958 in LaCrosse, she married Donald Bucher, who preceded her in death in 1972. She is survived by their children: Dean (Patty) Bucher of Valparaiso, Dick (Tracy) Bucher of LaCrosse, Dewey (Teri) Bucher of LaCrosse, Dale (Tricia) Bucher of Wanatah, Amy (James) Paarlberg of Rolling Prairie; 18 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and siblings: Marshall (Jan) Heinold, Eula (Art) Mogler, Gene (Evie) Heinold, Glen (Sandy) Heinold, and Emily (Bill) Schlatter. She was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings: Peggy Metzger, Marvin Heinold, and Melvin Heinold.
A visitation will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Apostolic Christian Church of Valparaiso, 105 S. IN-49, Valparaiso, with the funeral service beginning at 12:00 PM. Burial will follow at the Apostolic Christian Cemetery in LaCrosse. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Apostolic Christian Church of Valparaiso or the NWI Women's Center. Moeller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
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Sue Plattner
March 23, 2021
Aunt Gwen will be sorely missed! She was always game for Scrabble, which I loved, until she came up with words no one had ever heard before! We loved vacations with her, especially Turkey Run & Six Flags where she filled the air with her screams! Most of all, we saw a fervent love for Jesus which revealed where she found her strength through the tough times--which were many! We rejoice with her in her homecoming with Jesus and family in heaven!
Gwen Manz
March 19, 2021
Our sympathy to all of you! I always enjoyed greeting another "Gwen"! There aren't so many of us, it seems. God be with you all.
Art and Suzanne Bucher Ringger
March 15, 2021
Your mom was a woman who forged on through obstacles that would have taken a lesser person down. I admired her.
You have our sympathy, love, and prayers.
Mary Ann Williams
March 15, 2021
So sorry to lose Gwen at the Pines Village. May she Rest In Peace.
Barb (Troxel) Beer
March 15, 2021
Gwen's family,
Just want you to all know that thoughts and prayers are with you as your mom, grandmother, sister, aunt(Yes, Gwen wore many hats) is laid to rest on this earth. I have many fond memories of Gwen--we were neighbors in LaCrosse, sisters-in-the-Lord, traveled together quite a few times, and enjoyed each others company. May the Lord comfort your hearts in knowing that she is with her precious Lord and Saviour. May we all join her there.
Eleanor Yackley
March 15, 2021
May God comfort each of you who remain here on earth. I've thought of Gwen many times since I got to know her when we were in California together. May we all remember her priority and make a home in heaven our priority also.
Lyle and Betty Stahl
March 14, 2021
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with your families at this time. (If I recall correctly, Gwen stayed all night with us many years ago; enjoyed her visit.)
Tom and Jo Ann Rieker
March 14, 2021
Our prayers are with you all as you lay your mother/grandmother to rest. Aunt Gwen was a special Aunt. We all enjoyed receiving her yearly birthday cards.
Love,
Tom and Jo Ann
Jan Drayer
March 14, 2021
I also send our sympathy to the family. And, I echo Laurie. You could always count on a birthday card in the mail from Aunt Gwen!!
Laurie Bucher Kovolew
March 14, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. May you be comforted knowing she is now in the arms of Jesus.
I will always remember how Aunt Gwen always made a special effort to send out a card remembering my birthday every year.
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