Gary W. Bueltemann's Obituary
Gary Wayne Bueltemann, 79 years, of Columbia, IL, passed away on August 18, 2022, at home with his family at his side. He was born January 1, 1943, in Cape Girardeau, MO, son of the late Nelson and Marie, nee Middleton, Bueltemann. He was married to Mary Ann, nee Roider, Bueltemann, who survives him. They were married October 22, 1966, in Waterloo, IL.
Gary was a Godly man who lived out his faith. He and MaryAnn both prayed for a Godly spouse and he took her to church on their second date. He put his feet to his faith by serving as church photographer, usher, RA leader, and deacon. He was a hard-working provider, a skilled handyman, and a shade tree mechanic. He had a fondness for the simple things-old westerns, listening to Elvis music (much to his sons’ chagrin), watching football, and waiting up for Kevin and his friends to come home with a “flick”. Gary was a quiet, devoted family man. He spoke volumes with few words. He was kind, compassionate, and loved to laugh. Gary enjoyed playing pranks and joking with his family and friends. He was a devoted son, loving husband, and excellent example of all that a father should be. In addition to those titles, his favorite was Grandfather. He enjoyed letting his grandkids drive the “Roider Racetrack”. He especially enjoyed when Grandma MaryAnn would fill the kitchen counter with toys. The grandkids all knew to run when Grandpa would yell “MaryAnn!”. He might have acted like he was upset, but his grandkids were his pride and joy and he loved wearing his tshirts with their picture. He will be remembered for his sweet smile, his laugh, and his love for God, family, and country. He never failed to pray for “our nation and our nation’s leaders”. He is greatly loved and will be greatly missed but we know that we will see him again one day. How blessed we are having someone that makes saying goodbye so hard.
Surviving are two sons, David (Denise) Bueltemann of Columbia, IL, and Kevin Bueltemann of Columbia, IL; seven grandchildren, Lauren, Landon, Madison, Molly, Hayden, Jeremiah, and Jackson Bueltemann; two brothers-in-law, Martin (Linda) Roider, and Leland (Sheila) Roider, a sister-in-law, Rose Bueltemann, along with other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard H. Bueltemann.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 23, 2022, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, at First Baptist Church, Columbia, IL, and Wednesday, August 24, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, at the First Baptist Church, Columbia, Columbia, IL. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday August 24, 2022, at the church with Pastor Jonathan Peters, officiating. Interment will follow in the Kolmer Memorial Cemetery, Waterloo, IL.
The family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to: First Baptist Church Building Fund, 1200 Valmeyer Road, Columbia, IL 62236, or, Life Network, 722 No. Market St., Waterloo, IL 62298. Leesman Funeral Home, Columbia, IL, handled arrangements.
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