James E. Buckenmeyer

January 21, 1931 - May 17, 2009

James E. Buckenmeyer, 78, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009, at The Toledo Hospital. He was born January 21, 1931, in Toledo and was the son of the late Sylvester and Mildred (Loeffler) Buckenmeyer. Jim was a graduate of DeVilbiss High School and served honorably in the Army, during the Korean War. He was a letter carrier, mainly in West Toledo, for 32 years, before retiring. Jim spent his time enjoying his children, grandchildren, vacations at the lake, bowling, classic cars, and watching NASCAR racing especially the Truck Races. He was a lifelong member of Blessed Sacrament Church. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Eleanor (Hench) Buckenmeyer; children, Karen Jacobs, Nancy (Bob) Miller and David (Shelly Farr) Buckenmeyer; step daughter, Luanne Michalak (John) Welch; grandchildren, Juanita (Greg Kopan) Miller and Thomas Jacobs; step-grandchildren, Lori (Jesse) Schrader and Julie Welch and step-great-granddaughter, Alexis Schrader. Also surviving is his sister, Betty (Vern) Kinney, nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to visit from 10 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Mass at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 26th, in Blessed Sacrament Church. Father P. Martin Donnelly will officiate. Interment will be private. Contributions, in memory of James, may be made to Blessed Sacrament Building Fund or the donor's favorite charity. The family would like to extend a special thanks to The Glendale Assisted Living, The Toledo Hospital and the Franciscan Care Center for the wonderful care given to Jim. They would also like to thank Sue, Sandy and Don for their visits. Arrangements entrusted to the Ansberg-West Funeral Directors (419) 472-7633.