Luana Marie Bucheger

Luana Marie Bucheger Age 92, of Butternut, passed away on Monday September 21, 2020 at River’s Edge in Park Falls. She was born on November 13, 1927 in Butternut, the daughter of Louis and Myrtle (Dougherty) Pichler. On June 28, 1947 she married the love of her life, Robert “Bud” Bucheger, whom she is now reunited with. She was a selfless and loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Luana was born in Butternut and a lifelong resident of the area. In addition to her years spent raising nine children she also was employed as a Laundry Manager for the Flambeau Hospital. She was active in the community through membership in the Butternut Homemakers, the Red Hatters, several bowling leagues, and her activity in the Parish. While Luana enjoyed gardening, fishing, playing Scrabble and cards, her favorite activity of all was spending time with her family and friends. In Luana’s eyes, every day was a beautiful day, and she spread that joy to everyone she met. She is survived by: (7)children Ronald (Ruth) of Oakhurst, CA Richard (Anne) of Madison Daniel of Butternut Michael (Terry) of Glidden Cheryl “Skeeter” (Tony) Kovarik of Park Falls Lori (Gordie) Hall of Glidden Cindy Larson of Butternut her daughter-in-law Glenda Bucheger of Butternut (22)grandchildren, (23)great-grandchildren, (1)great-great-granddaughter (3)siblings: Robert (Patty) Pichler of Waukesha MaryAnn Matt of Florida Dennis (Connie) Pichler of Nebraska and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 70 years, Robert, (2)sons: Robert & Gregory, her son-in-law Michael Larson, and (7)brothers and sisters: Herbie Pichler, Eleanor Metzinger, Kathleen Peterson, Diane Skawinski, David “Jack” Pichler, James Pichler, and infant brother George.. A Memorial Mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Butternut on Monday September 28, 2020 at 11:00am. Fr. Shaji Pazhukkathara will officiate. Interment will follow at Saint Cecelia Cemetery in Butternut. A visitation will be held at the church on Monday from 10:00am until the hour of the service. The family would like to express their extreme gratitude to the staff at River’s Edge for their excellent care and compassion. It was truly a blessing that we knew she was in such good hands. Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family. www.birchstreetfuneralservice.com

Luana Marie Bucheger

November 13, 1927 - September 21, 2020