Frank W. Buschmeier

Frank W. "Bud" Buschmeier of Milford, passed away on January 13, 2019 at the age of 95 years, beloved husband of the late Elaine Buschmeier, devoted father of Linda (Jim) McGarry, Nancy (Mike) Brennan, Mike (Sarah) Buschmeier, the late Robert Buschmeier, William (Natalie) Buschmeier, Richard (Rae) Buschmeier and Christine (Chad) Beuerlein, loving grandfather of Christe (Jimmy Keiser) and Patrick (Jan) McGarry, Keri Brennan and Katie (Derek) Benn, Jessica (John) Barber, Jennifer (Sam Wulfeck) Buschmeier, Michaela (Jonny) Walker, Michael Scott (Leanne) Buschmeier, Elizabeth Buschmeier, Julie, Kimmy and Billy Buschmeier, Brandon (Brittany) Buschmeier, Caige and Chase Beuerlein, and the late Daniel and Michael Brennan, great-grandfather of Addie, Aaron, Aubrey, Jared, John, Jaxton, Josie, Sofia, Aria, Mila, Clarissa, Jonny Joe, Layla, Noah, Mackenzie and Luke, dear brother of Margaret Suer and the late Florentine Rumsey and Catherine Bartucci, also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Born on born February 28, 1923 at his grandmother's home in Madisonville, Frank grew up in Terrace Park with his mom, dad and sisters Flo, Cathy, and Margaret, sharing many family stories. He loved his God who protected and guided him and made him the man he became. He played on the T. P. high school baseball team and took shop which led to his career as a master carpenter. He very proudly served in WWII as a waist gunner in B-17s in the "Bloody 100th Bomb Group" over Europe. He was shot in the leg and parachuted on his 34th of 35 missions, was captured and became a POW till he was liberated at the end of the war. As we grew older he started sharing his war stories and kept in touch with his comrades till his death. The day he met Elaine started a lifetime of love and devotion that never ended. They started their family of three girls and four boys and it is still growing. He loved hunting and fishing as a young boy which he passed on to his sons. Frank was the coach for baseball, basketball, football and was the assistant scout master for many years. When the grandchildren and then great-grandchildren came along he was always eager to attend their sporting events, dance recitals, band concerts and was equally proud of all their scholastic achievements. The family would like to Thank Mt Washington Care Center for going above and beyond in their love and care for our Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa. We also want to Thank our extended family and dear friends for their visits, cards, gifts, and loving him. What a legacy he has left his family and countless friends. We can not be more grateful for the laughs, life lessons, and memories he gave us. What a life he lived, and lived well! For this we can smile as big as he did! Family will receive friends at Evans Funeral Home, Milford, on Friday, January 18th from 6-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at St. Andrew Church beginning at 10 AM. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to either St. Jude's Children's Hospital ( CLICK HERE ), the 100th Bomb Group Foundation ( CLICK HERE ) or Harlequin Haven Great Dane Rescue ( CLICK HERE )