William A. Bucher

William A. Bucher, age 78, of Bonnerdale, died Monday, November 10, 2014. He was born on May 30, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Anton Bucher and Martha Raski Bucher. On January 14, 1956, he was married to Mary Gonoude Bucher, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents; his brother, David Michael Bucher; and his sister, Diane Marie Bucher. He was a Christian in his faith who always enjoyed reading and studying his Bible and playing music. He was an avid builder of hot rods and was a member of the Hot Rod Association. He dearly loved each and every member of his family and will be missed by all. He is survived by two sons and one daughter-in-law, William "Bill" John and Tracy Bucher of Orange, California and John Michael Bucher of Menifee, California; one daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne Mary and Keith Burgess of Bonnerdale; eight grandchildren, Steven Bucher, David Bucher, Cassy Bucher, Reshelle Claytor, Richard Babich, Eli Burgess, Jennifer Beck and Michael Bucher; four great-grandchildren, Michael, Alex, Gabe and Aaron; one brother, George Bucher of Chicago, Illinois; one sister, Dorothy Greene of Chicago, Illinois; several nieces, nephews and a host of wonderful friends. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.