Lorraine Buechler
May 12, 1928 ~ September 13, 2010
A private graveside service was held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Oakland Cemetery in Seneca, SD.
Lorraine (Rasmussen) Buechler was born May 12, 1928 in Faulkton to Ernest and Blanche (Bartholomew) Rasmussen. She married Harry Buechler on March 4, 1946. Harry and Lorraine farmed for a number of years in Seneca Township and they also owned and operated the Seneca Produce. Lorraine attended Northern State College in Aberdeen and earned a Bachelor of Science in elementary education. Lorraine taught school in Potter and Faulk Counties and retired after teaching many years for the Faulkton Independent School District.
After retirement Harry and Lorraine spent winter months in south Texas.
During her retirement Lorraine enjoyed many activities including ceramics, dancing, cards, camping, visiting with friends and family.
Lorraine is survived by son, Roger and wife, Faith of Dell Rapids, SD; son, Terry and wife Barb of Johnstown, CO and daughter, Robynn and husband, Kevin Johnson, of Shawnee, OK; 11 grandchildren: Lance (Lisa)Buechler, Tera (Paul) Keats, Rebecca (Mike) Murphy, Rachael (Jason) Majorwicz, Dan Aesoph, Adam (Heather) Aesoph, Jessi Aesoph, Heather Buechler, Michelle (Geoff Flack) Buechler, Kyle (Kristi) Johnson, Kasey (Julia) Johnson; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers: Richard Rasmussen and his wife Margie of Hill City, SD and Duane Rasmussen of Gettysburg, SD and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant brother, Robert; her husband, Harry; infant son, Lee; and daughter, Tania.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Avera McKennan Foundation, Dougherty Hospice House, Attn: Robin Prunty, PO Box 5045, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5045.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Lorraine’s arrangements.
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I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful woman and one of the sweetest teachers I have ever known. Many years have passed since I last saw her but she remains forever in my heart. May God Bless you as you heal through this loss and find comfort of the time you have spent with her.
To all Lorraine’s family – what memories we have with your mom and dad – such a fun time growing up! Cherish those memories.
Jim & Kathy (Hoefert) Bitzer & family
To Lorraine’s family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sorrowful time. I’ll always remember her as one of my favorite teachers. Our sympathy, Deb and Bill Clement
Dear Family,
I want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. You were blessed with a spirtually strong and loving mother. Let your memories help you in your grief.
Fr. Dave Axtmann
Hi Terry & Barb. We were very sad to read about the passing of your mom. We lift you all up in our prayers.
My sympathies to your family. What fond memories I have of your parents. They were so much fun. Your Mom and Dad had so much fun with my Mom and Dad! We can count ourselves VERY lucky. Your Mom will be missed by you all but what lasting memories of her love and kindness you hold in your heart.
God Bless.