John W. Buechner

John W. Buechner, 76, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. 

He was born October 19, 1946 in Ashland, son of the late Walter and Mary (Kulikowski) Buechner.  On August 17, 1968 he married Sharon Hall in Wausau.

Before retirement, John worked as a project manager and estimator for Old Castle Glass.  He enjoyed time at the lake, pontooning, and baking, especially his famous rum cake.  John adored his grandchildren, spending time socializing with friends, and dining out with Sharon.  John would often say, “In my wildest dreams, I never thought I’d have it so good.”

Survivors include his wife, Sharon Buechner; daughters, Julie (Art) Hutchison and Amy (Reggie) Hammen; grandchildren, Tyler (Martha) Hutchison, Morgan and Mason Kraimer; siblings, Larry (Jolene) Buechner, Barb (Larry) Ekholm, Suzanne Becker and Christine Wiita. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harold and Marian Hall.

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 3400 Stewart Avenue, Wausau.  Visitation will be Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services all at the Stewart Avenue funeral home.  All family and friends are welcome to attend.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com

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