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Frances Buchman Obituary

Frances R. Buchman, 88 of Catasauqua passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at LVH – Muhlenberg.

Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Ruth (Dorney) Moyer. She was the wife of Theodore T. Buchman with whom she shared 67+ years of marriage.

Frances was a graduate of Emmaus High School and was a longtime member of Race Street Baptist Church in Catasauqua. She was a Sales Associate in Retail working up until her sudden illness.

She loved crossword puzzles. As a child, her father taught her the importance of keeping your mind sharp by completing them. She enjoyed working in her garden and listening to music. Above all she loved her family and was a loving and caring person. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband Theodore, sons Terry and Eric (Theresa) Buchman, daughter Kathy (John) Kershner, sisters Barbara Kline and Marlene Moyer, grandchildren Samantha, Matthew, Scott, Steven, Justin and Cody, great-grandchildren Hanne, Diedrich, Thadeous and Theodore. She was predeceased by her son Brian K. Buchman and sisters Dolores and Florence.

There will be a calling period on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Walnut St., Catasauqua from 10-11 a.m. A funeral service officiated by Pastor Chris Weltin will follow in the parlor at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made out to the family c/o the funeral home.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the family may be shared at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com. Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. of Catasauqua is entrusted with the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Mar. 13, 2026.

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Erica

March 22, 2026

Teddy, Scott and family.....
My sincere condolences to you all. Fran was a sweet soul with a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed by SO many people. May you find comfort and peace when you reflect on the loving memories you have of times spent with her. Rest in peace Fran, we will all be missing you.. ...

Erica (from Dr G's office)

Mickey

March 21, 2026

I will miss you dearly.

Donna Freeman

March 19, 2026

So sorry for your loss Ted and family. Frances was a very special friend to my husband and me at Race Street Baptist Church for many years prior to his death in 2017. We really enjoyed having her in our church and getting to know her. She will be missed! I am praying for all of you for God's comfort as you grieve.

Tom & Wendy Kline and family

March 14, 2026

Condolences to the Buchman family. So sorry for your loss. Prayers from our family for your family, for the Lord´s peace and comfort during this time

Jean Robertson & family

March 14, 2026

So sorry for your loss

Marlene frey

March 14, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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