He is survived by his loving wife Nancy (Acker); his daughters, Wendy (Jeff) Harrison, Jennifer (Damon) Walls, Jackie Poffenroth (Wandt); his grandchildren Alyssa, Michael, Jordan, Devin, Aeryana, and Cimiron, and great-grandchildren, as well as his brothers Tom Nichols, David Bucher, Paul Bucher and Mark Bucher and many more extended family and good friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother Anne Louise Bucher (Dearing) and brother Peter Wandt.
Jeffrey was born on November 25, 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated from Marquette High School in 1961. He attended and graduated from Marquette University in 1965 with a B.S. in Business Administration.
He worked in international sourcing/purchasing for many years. He worked for the Huffy Corporation for almost 20 years where he developed cherished relationships with many business associates. In 1985 he was relocated to Colorado. He spent the next 34 years traveling for business and pleasure. He and Nancy travelled to countless places in North America and internationally from Hong Kong to Barcelona. Later in life taking cruises all over the world was his favorite way to travel.
In his youth he was an Eagle Scout and grew up to be very active in his local Jaycee chapter. He also was a classic car enthusiast participating in road rally's and races. His most beloved being the yellow 57 Chevy Bel Air. He had an extensive collection of records and was an avid dancer to 50s music. Him and Nancy even won a few dance contests in their day.
One of his favorite hobbies was going to the movies (every Friday), and he had a real passion for reading spy thrillers every day. He and Nancy spent many years enjoying various concerts in several mountain towns. They made many trips to Las Vegas; he loved magicians and comedian shows the most.
In all, Jeffrey was a loving husband, father and papa. He had a very large family and even larger circle of friends and acquaintances. He set the example for an exemplary work ethic and doing the right thing. But he was also dedicated to his family. Whether it was waking up early to make sure his daughters got to their swim meets by 5 am on a Saturday or sitting in 98 degrees with 98% humidity for hours for a parade.
He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed.
Services:
Viewing Monday August 26, 2019 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Olingers Highland Mortuary and Cemetery 10201 Grant St Thornton, CO 80229
We strongly encourage everyone to leave a memory or condolence and upload photos to the memorial page. There will be a keepsake book created for the family from all of your well wishes.
Mass will be held Tuesday August 27, 2019 10:00 am
St. Marks church
3141 W. 96th Ave
Westminster, CO 80031
*All monetary donations will be given to Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center at St. Anthony North Health Campus. The rehab center was something Jeff attended twice a week after his IPF diagnoses and he always looked forward to going.
Fond memories of Jeffrey and expressions of sympathy for his family may be shared using the guest book link below.
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