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Laurie Buss Obituary

Laurie L. Buss, 58, of Bethlehem, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 in Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Fountain Hill, she was a daughter of the late LeRoy J. "Butch" and Sharon L. (Wirth) Buss. Laurie was a 1984 graduate of Dieruff High School, received a Bachelor's in Education from Kutztown University and attended St. Luke's School of Nursing. She was very proud to be a Pediatric nurse for 30 years within the St. Luke's University Health Network. Survivors: Brothers, Steven E. Buss of Bethlehem, Michael A. Buss and his wife Kristine of Breinigsville; nephews, Adam M. Buss, Evan C. Buss, Ian J. Buss; God-Daughter, Bailey Billheimer; aunts, Julie Ann Moyer and her husband Ken of Bethlehem, Karon Billheimer of Bethlehem; dear childhood friends, Diane Foster and Lydia Sassaman; beloved cat, Dexter. Laurie loved everyone and will be remembered fondly by many, including a number of other friends, cousins and extended family members. Services: A prayer service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna Street, Allentown. A viewing for relatives and friends will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Richlandtown Union Cemetery. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley, 4501 Crackersport Road, Allentown, PA 18104. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Laurie L. Buss, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on May 31, 2025.

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Alyssa

June 4, 2025

I’m so sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing and my deepest condolences to her family. I worked with her for several months before she became ill. Laurie was very kind and a great nurse! May she forever rest in peace

Mary Casey

June 3, 2025

I am so sorry to hear this devastating news. I knew Laurie for many years when we both worked at the St. Luke´s Bethlehem Campus, her on the Peds floor and me in the NICU. I always enjoyed when our paths crossed, and I know she will be missed. My thoughts are with you and all those who loved her.

Lisa Kranyecz

June 3, 2025

So sorry to hear the passing of a dear friend and coworker I have know Laurie for 30 years and she was the. Kindest and sweetest person and such a wonderful nurse. She can rest in peace now, hopefully she did not suffer. She is gone way too soon she will definitely be missed . Sorry I cannot make her service would have loved to be there ! Rest in peace my friend!!

April Chelton

June 1, 2025

Hi Steve
You're the only one I know in your family besides Laurie I'm sending my prayers and condolences and I'm so sorry for your loss of your sister I won't be able to make it to the service but I'm I'm keeping your family in my thoughts and my prayers.
April

Christina Rumble(Keich)

June 1, 2025

Steven & Michael,
I´m so sorry to hear about Laurie. My heart is breaking for you and your family.. I remember meeting her in the band in High School. She made me feel welcomed. She was truly special and I´m so thankful we reconnected after all these years.. She will always live in the lives that she touched.. See you on the other side sweet Angel..

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