Joseph Bucho
March 14, 1938 - October 09, 2011
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Joseph Bucho
March 14, 1938 - October 09, 2011
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Joseph was born March 14th, 1938 to Emma Jane and Alexander Bucho in Detroit, Michigan. His Dad was the minister of a small Christian church. Alex, his dad, was a very handsome Hungarian man and Emma Jane, his mother, a most beautiful Irish lady. Hence, you now know where Joseph got his good looks! When he was almost five years old, his little sister Faith came along and that was their family.
At the age of seventeen, Joseph wanted to see the world, so he pleaded with his Dad to sign for him to join the United States Navy. He spent four years in active duty and four years in the reserves. Joseph took hold of the Navy life with no problem. He was afforded the opportunity to serve on board the USS Shangri – La aircraft carrier. He traveled to Hawaii, the Philippine Islands and Hong Kong, China. After his travels at sea, he was stationed in Long Beach and fell in love with the State of California and decided to make that his home state.
Upon Joseph’s discharge from the Navy, he worked for an aircraft company, drove a 7-UP truck and then distributed gasoline for Shell Oil. He also desired to become an actor, so he took some acting classes and did belong to the Screen Actors Guild. Being ambitious as he was, he eventually ventured into self-employed businesses for some years. Eventually, he entered into a job with the Federal Government and after multiple promotions, became a Construction Inspector. Joe was true to his commitment as an inspector and the job better be done right or it would be shut down. He was known for his superior job performance, outgoing personality and dedication to his job. ‘Joe was a Good Joe!’ He was also meticulous about his appearance and always one of the best dressed….always!
Joseph had three children from his marriage to Bert. His first child was Patricia, and then Deborah was born into the family. They also had a son Robert, who very much resembles Joseph. Joseph was blessed when Deborah and Eric gave him two grandchildren Alex and Whitney. Recently, he was so excited when his son and daughter-in-law Courtney announced that his third grandchild Charlotte Rose is expected here in November. His family was a real treasure to him.
During the past 30 years he has spent his life traveling and seeing more of the world again with Carole. Joseph also has shared his life with his step son’s Ed, plus his wife Julie and Eric, whose wife’s name is Stacey. Joseph loved all of his family very much and he was at his happiest when all the family got together. Many fun times were spent with Carole’s sister Judy and her husband Bob on a trip or cruise here and there.
Joseph also had two nieces, Kathy and Susie and two nephews named Jeff, whom he loved to also share his time with.
Joseph’s sister Faith still resides in Michigan and is married to Bud. Joseph liked his brother-in-law very much. They would have great laughs over some of Bud’s ‘one liners’ and they loved talking about and watching their favorite sports teams.
Joseph struggled with Multiple Myeloma and in the end Leukemia. Through all of his difficulties and multiple crisis with the disease, he maintained a positive and calm spirit about himself. He never complained, why me Lord, but kept a positive outlook and always greeted you with his wonderful smile. If you knew Joe, you know about the awesome smile he would always greet you with!
Joseph loved studying his Bible and talking about the book of Revelation. Joseph recently shared that, in his minds eye, he had a vision of Jesus, in His white robe, being with him, holding his hand and walking with him over the rocks. It is so encouraging to know that Joseph is now with Him forever in Heaven!
Praise you Lord forever for your love and tender mercies!
When I am gone, release me, let go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears, be
happy that we had so many years. I gave
you my love, you can only guess how
much you gave to me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each
have shown, but now it’s time
I traveled on alone. So grieve a while
for me if you must, then let your grief be
comforted by trust. It’s only for a while
that we must part, so keep the memories
within your heart. I won’t be far away,
or life goes on. So if you need me, call,
and I will come. Though you can’t see
or touch me, I’ll be near. And if you
listen with your heart, you’ll hear all of
my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must
come this way, I’ll greet you with a smile,
Author Unknown
28 responses to Joseph Bucho
Michael Mish says:
October 14, 2011
Joe it was an absolute pleasure to have our paths cross in life. I met you through your son Robert and the Fire Service – now I know where he gets that huge smile and warm heart. You have left an incredible legacy with Robert, you have mentored a solid man. I looking forward to seeing you in heaven….Pura Vida Mike.
Faith Gibson says:
October 16, 2011
Dear Joseph, My Bro…. My heart bleeds to have lost such a wonderful brother and best friend. I missed you so much when you went into the Navy at 17. My heart would leap for joy when you returned from your duty, especially when you were gone overseas for so long. You came back with the most fantastic tan I have ever seen on anyone. I was so proud to have the most handsome of brothers. Even our cousins and neighbors would gather around to get a picture with you. You had that special smile!
You have always been my mentor and guide when I would call you about different problems or issues I was dealing with at work or otherwise. You were the expert on construction and helped so much advising Bud and I about our remodel of the house. I love when you would keep reminding me to do something that you had advised. “Fay, did you take care of that yet? You better not wait!” I promise I will do better to follow through Bro.
Most of all, you were always a peacemaker or tried to succeed at it if you possibly could.
I never heard you put anyone down. You just didn’t talk that kind of stuff. You always looked for the good in people. You wanted people to be at peace and not argue or hold grudges. Hopefully we will be so impressed that we will all follow your fine example.
Even though we did not see one another for years at a time, we did keep in contact on the phone frequently and you would always call me on Christmas and have me talk with the family. How special you made me feel making me a part of your holiday. I treasure the relationship that the Lord gave to us. I would NEVER allow any thing to come between us and neither would you.
I will miss the heart to hearts we had about our wonderful Christian parents because only we know how sincere they were in their dedication to the Good Lord. They lived the true life in front of us, ALWAYS! it is a treasure of treasures.
Our Bible studies on the phone will truly be missed. I loved talking about the Lord with you and discussing the end times. Mom and Dad would have been so happy if they could hear you, especially Dad knowing you took such an interest in his teaching specialty, the Book of Revelations. Not an easy one to conquer.
Now you have gone to the better place FOREVER WITH THE LORD. As you told Mom that last night before her Celebration of Life, “I’ll see you in heaven!” So Bro, I say that to you now and will miss you so very much. Until we meet again! You are my HERO!
Love your sister,
Fay
Carole Wood says:
October 18, 2011
Joe has been our dear friend since 1958. Joe’s laughter, his infectious smile and his devotion to friends and family are attributes to what Joe really was; a gentle and kind man who was respected and admired for his complete honesty and integrity. Everyone who knew him was touched in some way because he was such a special person.
To know Joe was to love Joe.
We will always remember the good times we had together. Mexico, New Years, the annual Christmas gathering at your home in Laguna Niguel. Those fond memories will always be in our hearts. Good food and friends such as you and Joe always brought us closer together. Joe had a way of telling good stores about your many trips shopping for antiques to sell in the malls in Orange. He would say to me “I’ll never sell this old BB gun, it means too much to me, besides, I like looking at it hanging on the wall. I believe that explains how sentimental Joe really was and how important it was to him to have memories of things you did together.
Life is just a stopping place,
A pause in what’s to be,
A resting place along the road,
To sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things
But never meant to stay.
Jim and Joan Legrand
Carole Wood says:
November 7, 2011
Lit a candle in memory of Joseph Bucho
Carole Wood says:
November 20, 2011
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