Martha Ellen Buckley1
F, #7057, b. 18 November 1853, d. 15 October 1927
Last Edited=12 Oct 2025
Martha Ellen Buckley was born on 18 November 1853 at Fairfield, Franklin Co., Indiana.1 She married Rezin Davis, son of George Walker Davis and Delila Snider.1 Martha Ellen Buckley died on 15 October 1927 at Liberty, Union Co., Indiana, at age 73.1 She was buried at Asbury Cemetery, Morristown, Shelby Co., Indiana.
Child of Martha Ellen Buckley and Rezin Davis
- Mary Catherine Davis+1 b. 31 Oct 1876, d. 2 Mar 1973
Citations
- [S2169] John Hearn, manuscript, 23 Oct 2013, n/a, Steven Harn Redman, Steven Harn Redman, P.O. BOX 294, Lyman, WY, page 54.
Christine Buckner1
F, #4620
Last Edited=7 Jan 2004
Child of Christine Buckner and Steve Fieser
Citations
- [S1608] Letter from Ann Alice (Kranz) Kurth (2925 S. Raleigh St.;Denver, CO 80236) to Steven Harn Redman, 29 Dec 2003; Steven Harn Redman (Steven Harn Redman, P.O. BOX 294, Lyman, WY).
Katherine Buckner1
F, #4327
Last Edited=26 Mar 1998
Katherine Buckner married Steven Carey Payne, son of James Delaney Payne Jr. and Yvonne Marie Barry.1
Children of Katherine Buckner and Steven Carey Payne
Citations
- [S1501] Letter from Yvonne Marie (Barry) Payne (P.O. Box 1502, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459) to Steven Harn Redman, Mar 1998; Steven Harn Redman (Steven Harn Redman, P.O. BOX 294, Lyman, WY).
Henry Budd1
M, #715, d. 29 August 1813
Last Edited=19 Mar 2024
Henry Budd married Glorianna Purdy, daughter of Jonathan Purdy and Charity Hadden. Henry Budd died on 29 August 1813.
Citations
- [S106] Paul Bradley Purdy, A branch of the Purdy family descending from David and Eliza Ann Purdy with David's line from Francis Purdy of Fairfield 1595-1658. FHL Call Number 929.273 P972, pg 3 (Flint, Michigan: Purdy self-published, c1962). Hereinafter cited as The David Purdy Family.
Joseph Budd1
M, #2591
Last Edited=29 Oct 2018
Joseph Budd married Sarah (?)
Citations
- [S813] Paul Bradley Purdy, A branch of the Purdy family descending from David and Eliza Ann Purdy with David's line from Francis Purdy of Fairfield 1595-1658. FHL Call Number 929.273 P972, pg 2 (Flint, Michigan: Purdy self-published, c1962). Hereinafter cited as The David Purdy Family.
Judith Budd1
F, #2711, b. 1636
Last Edited=25 Jan 2021
- Relationship
- 9th great-grandmother of Steven Harn Redman
Judith Budd was born in 1636 at Felpham, Arun District, West Sussex, England. She married John Ogden in 1655.
Child of Judith Budd and John Ogden
- Elizabeth H. Ogden+ b. c 1656, d. c 1742
Citations
- [S813] Paul Bradley Purdy, A branch of the Purdy family descending from David and Eliza Ann Purdy with David's line from Francis Purdy of Fairfield 1595-1658. FHL Call Number 929.273 P972, pg 2 (Flint, Michigan: Purdy self-published, c1962). Hereinafter cited as The David Purdy Family.
Sarah Budd1
F, #733, b. 1735, d. 30 November 1780
Last Edited=10 Oct 2025
Sarah Budd was born in 1735 at Westchester Co., New York.2 She married Isaac Purdy, son of Jonathan Purdy and Mary Hart. Sarah Budd died on 30 November 1780 at White Plains, Westchester Co., New York.3,2 She was buried at Jonathan Purdy Family Cemetery, White Plains, Westchester Co., New York.2
Citations
- [S106] Paul Bradley Purdy, A branch of the Purdy family descending from David and Eliza Ann Purdy with David's line from Francis Purdy of Fairfield 1595-1658. FHL Call Number 929.273 P972, pg 3 (Flint, Michigan: Purdy self-published, c1962). Hereinafter cited as The David Purdy Family.
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Sarah (Budd) Purdy, Memorial ID 59460012,
Birth: 1735, New York, New York County, New York, USA
Death: 30 November 1780, New York, USA
Burial: Jonathan Purdy Family Cemetery, White Plains, Westchester County, New York
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/59460012/sarah-purdy: accessed March 6, 2024), memorial page for Sarah Budd Purdy (1735–30 Nov 1780), Find a Grave Memorial ID 59460012, citing Jonathan Purdy Family Cemetery, White Plains, Westchester County, New York, USA; Maintained by Robert Hoch (contributor 47403420).
Parents
Elisha Budd 1705–1765
Anne Lyon Budd 1709–1760
Spouses
Isaac Purdy 1732–1816
Siblings
Marriam Budd Maynard 1730–1805
Children
Sarah Purdy Lyon 1757–1844
Ann Purdy 1759–1826
Isaac Purdy Jr 1759–1838
Hannah Purdy 1763–1787
Budd Purdy 1765–1836
Jonathan Purdy 1768–1831
Elisha Purdy 1773–1824
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2010/273/59460012_128595224542.jpg,. - [S1838] Clayton C. Purdy, Jonathan Purdy, His Ancestors and His Descendants, born in New York 1693, Fifth Son of Joseph. FHL Call Number 929.273 P972pc v. 10, 10 of 12 (n/a: n/a, abt 1995), pg 6103. Hereinafter cited as Jonathan Purdy, His Ancestors and His Descendants.
Augusta Budtke
F, #4684
Last Edited=20 Jun 2004
Child of Augusta Budtke and Ludwig Velzke
- August Frederich Michael Velzke+ b. 23 Dec 1855, d. 9 Nov 1926
Bruce Milo Buehler1
M, #6678, b. 7 October 1942, d. 8 May 2006
Last Edited=7 Oct 2022
Bruce Milo Buehler was born on 7 October 1942 at Ramsey Co., Minnesota. He married Kathleen Rita Muth on 26 June 1965 at Ramsey Co., Minnesota.1 Bruce Milo Buehler and Kathleen Rita Muth were divorced on 6 June 1991 at Dakota Co., Minnesota. Bruce Milo Buehler died on 8 May 2006 at St. Paul, Ramsey Co., Minnesota, at age 63.
Child of Bruce Milo Buehler and Kathleen Rita Muth
Citations
- [S1702] Minnesota Birth Index 1935-2002, online www.ancestry.com, Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002
Name: Valarie Kathleen Buehler
Birth Date: 11 Mar 1966
Birth County: Ramsey
Father: Bruce Milo Buehler
Mother: Kathleen Rita Muth
File Number: 1966-MN-007232
Source Information:
Minnesota Department of Health. Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002 (database on-line). Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2004.
Original data: Minnesota. Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002. Minneapolis, MN, USA: Minnesota Department of Health.. Hereinafter cited as Minnesota Birth Index 1935-2002.
Valarie Kathleen Buehler1
F, #6497
Last Edited=28 Dec 2011
Valarie Kathleen Buehler is the daughter of Bruce Milo Buehler and Kathleen Rita Muth.2 Valarie Kathleen Buehler married Dr. Kevin Todd Stieglbauer MD, son of LaVern Olaf Stieglbauer and Linda Lee Richards, on 16 September 1989 at Hennepin Co., Minnesota.1 Valarie Kathleen Buehler and Dr. Kevin Todd Stieglbauer MD were divorced.
Citations
- [S1970] Minnesota Official Marriage System, online http://www.mncounty.com/Modules/Certificates/Marriage/Default.aspx, Marriage Certificate 09281576. Hereinafter cited as Minnesota Official Marriage System.
- [S1702] Minnesota Birth Index 1935-2002, online www.ancestry.com, Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002
Name: Valarie Kathleen Buehler
Birth Date: 11 Mar 1966
Birth County: Ramsey
Father: Bruce Milo Buehler
Mother: Kathleen Rita Muth
File Number: 1966-MN-007232
Source Information:
Minnesota Department of Health. Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002 (database on-line). Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2004.
Original data: Minnesota. Minnesota Birth Index, 1935-2002. Minneapolis, MN, USA: Minnesota Department of Health.. Hereinafter cited as Minnesota Birth Index 1935-2002.
Eunice Buffum1
F, #5383, b. 1797
Last Edited=19 Sep 2006
Eunice Buffum was born in 1797.1 She was the daughter of Joshua Buffum and Patience Rogers.1 Eunice Buffum married David Dudley, son of Micajah Dudley and Susan Foster, on 14 March 1817 at Berwick, York Co., Maine.1
Citations
- [S1725] Duran Paul Perkins, GEDCOM, 17 Jul 2006, Philadelphia, PA.
Joshua Buffum1
M, #5384, b. 1746, d. 1808
Last Edited=19 Sep 2006
Child of Joshua Buffum and Patience Rogers
- Eunice Buffum1 b. 1797
Citations
- [S1725] Duran Paul Perkins, GEDCOM, 17 Jul 2006, Philadelphia, PA.
Evelyn Lucille Buhrt
F, #9952, b. 25 November 1914, d. 5 November 1934
Last Edited=10 Aug 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin of Steven Harn Redman
4th great-granddaughter of Jacob Ruple (Rupel)
Evelyn Lucille Buhrt was born on 25 November 1914 at Syracuse, Kosciusko Co., Indiana.1 She was the daughter of Frederick William Buhrt and Lela Rasor. Evelyn Lucille Buhrt married George Samuel Cleghorn on 31 December 1932 at Syracuse, Kosciusko Co., Indiana. The cause of death was pulmonary embolism 4 days postpartum.1 Evelyn Lucille Buhrt died on 5 November 1934 at Syracuse, Kosciusko Co., Indiana, at age 19.1 She was buried at Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko Co., Indiana.1
Citations
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Evelyn Lucille (Buhrt) Cleghorn, Memorial ID 15157380,
Birth: 25 November 1914
Death: 5 November 1934, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, Indiana, USA
Burial: Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, Indiana
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15157380/evelyn_lucille-cleghorn: accessed March 6, 2024), memorial page for Evelyn Lucille Buhrt Cleghorn (25 Nov 1914–5 Nov 1934), Find a Grave Memorial ID 15157380, citing Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, Indiana, USA; Maintained by Jan Satrom (contributor 48483631).
Parents
Fred William Buhrt 1891–1970
Lela Rasor Buhrt 1892–1977
Children
Donna J Cleghorn Rookstool 1934–2023
Half Siblings
Betty Lou Clason Rink 1927–1986
Samuel Robert Clason 1928–2020
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2023/143/15157380_6e18d428-e78b-497d-ace6-3836405d0913.jpg,.
Frederick William Buhrt
M, #9951, b. 25 November 1891, d. 26 June 1970
Last Edited=15 Jul 2025
Frederick William Buhrt was born on 25 November 1891 at White Co., Indiana.1 He married Lela Rasor, daughter of Samuel J. Rasor and Clara Bell McClintic, on 28 February 1914 at Indiana. Frederick William Buhrt and Lela Rasor were divorced on 3 October 1919 at Indiana. Frederick William Buhrt died on 26 June 1970 at Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., Indiana, at age 78.1 He was buried at Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko Co., Indiana.1
Child of Frederick William Buhrt and Lela Rasor
- Evelyn Lucille Buhrt b. 25 Nov 1914, d. 5 Nov 1934
Citations
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Fred William Buhrt, Memorial ID 15157381,
Birth: 25 November 1891, White County, Indiana, USA
Death: 26 June 1970, Warsaw, Kosciusko County, Indiana, USA
Burial: Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, Indiana
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15157381/fred_william-buhrt: accessed March 6, 2024), memorial page for Fred William Buhrt (25 Nov 1891–26 Jun 1970), Find a Grave Memorial ID 15157381, citing Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, Indiana, USA; Maintained by Jan Satrom (contributor 48483631).
Spouses
Lela Rasor Buhrt 1892–1977 (m. 1914)
Children
Evelyn Lucille Buhrt Cleghorn 1914–1934
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2023/143/15157381_ac9ad07d-1068-4005-94e6-f34fc1f31a10.jpg,.
Amy Chel Bukowski
F, #8401
Last Edited=12 Nov 2020
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-granddaughter of John Hearn
Arthur Eugene Bukowski1
M, #7592, b. 10 November 1940, d. 18 February 2016
Last Edited=4 Aug 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-grandson of John Hearn
Arthur Eugene Bukowski was born on 10 November 1940 at Brownsville, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.2 He was the son of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn.1 Arthur Eugene Bukowski graduated in 1962 at Elyria High School, Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.2 He married Marcia Jean Roundtree in September 1965.1,2 Arthur Eugene Bukowski graduated in 1966 at Ohio University, Ohio, B.S. in Biological Sciences and an M.S. in Mathematics.2 He graduated in 1972 at University of New Mexico, New Mexico, Ph.D.2 He lived in April 1995 at Anchorage, Anchorage Borough, Alaska.3 He retired in 1998 at Socorro, Socorro Co., New Mexico.2 He died on 18 February 2016 at Albuquerque, Bernalillo Co., New Mexico, at age 75.4
Facebook Public Page about Dr. Art Bukowski:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011394562185
Beloved friend, colleague, instructor, mentor, and dedicated family man, Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski died February 18, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM after a brief and unexpected illness. He was 71.
Arthur Eugene Bukowski was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on November 10th, 1944. His father, Joe, was a coal miner and his mother, Ellen, was a homemaker; Art was the fifth of their six children. When the mines shut down, the family moved to Elyria, Ohio. Art graduated from Elyria High School in 1962 and received a full scholarship to Ohio University, becoming the first of his family to attend college. There is also where he met and married his wife, Marcia, in 1965. Art earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Math, while also teaching math and physics. He was then awarded a National Science Foundation scholarship for his Ph.D, which he earned at the University of New Mexico in 1972. He immediately took an opportunity to teach in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, where he was part of developing the first English-speaking university in the country. With Saudi as their base, Art and Marcia (with children Kelly and Stephen) traveled all over the Middle East. From Istanbul to New Delhi, they drove their yellow VW campervan, having great adventures (and misadventures) and learning the finer points of remaining sane while traveling with small children. They also made many lifelong friends along the way.
Rising to a challenge from his father-in-law, Art grew his iconic mustache in 1972. It became a trademark he wore for the rest of his life, even when he was mistakenly accused of encouraging the Hipster movement. (Art was anything BUT high-falutin’.) When he stopped styling it in the late 90's, the Clubman Wax Company saw a 50% drop in its revenue. All across the Middle East, he was known as Abu Shinab ("Father Mustache"), and was the envy of countless Arab men. While he enjoyed the attention, he stopped short of letting them kiss it for luck.
Deciding they'd like to try the other end of the climate spectrum, the family moved to Alaska in 1976. Art took a position at the University of Alaska in Anchorage (UAA), and immediately became the vice-president of the AFT Teacher's Union. This put him on the picket lines one month after they arrived, striking for a fair contract. Although this is usually not the way to make a good first impression with a new employer, UAA already knew they had struck gold when they hired Art. He taught at UAA for 22 years, 14 of which he also served as Chair of the math department. His purview as Chair stretched from Palmer to Kodiak, and he was much appreciated for his fairness and compassion. In the 1985-86 academic year Art took a sabbatical to Cairo, where he taught at the Egyptian Air Force Academy, and the family eventually thawed out. Art retired as Professor Emeritus from UAA in 1998. Lest he be mistaken for a man of "all brain, no brawn”, Art also held a General Contractor's license. He built two homes in Anchorage for his family, was involved in the construction of several others, and was the go-to guy if one needed to move a piano.
During their time in Anchorage, Art and Marcia fostered innumerable children, from newborns to teens, and were active members of the Alaska Foster Parent Association. Their involvement positively impacted not just the children in their care, but also had far-reaching effects for all of Alaska's foster children. In 1980 they successfully challenged the state to lift restrictions that prevented foster parents from adopting their foster children. An untold number of foster children across the state got (and continue to get) permanent, loving homes due to their efforts. Over the years, Art and Marcia themselves adopted four of their own foster children, resulting in the family joke “Thank God I’m not from YOUR gene pool!”. In 1982, the Bukowskis were chosen for the first Nerland's Family of the Year award. In 1983, Art and Marcia were awarded "Foster Parents of the Year" from their peers. To his children, Art was Father of the Century.
After his retirement from Alaska, Art spent a year teaching at Dine' College on the Navajo reservation in Tsaile, Arizona. He returned to UNM for a year then transferred to the New Mexico Institute of Mining at Technology in Socorro in 2000. Art rebuilt a century-old, condemned adobe house on Bernard Street, chosen mainly for the windmill on the property (which didn't work, but Marcia loved.) And then he built some sheds. And then a guest house. At that point, he reluctantly admitted that his back had had enough, and it was time to let others do the heavy lifting. Unable to lose the travel bug, however, Art and Marcia moved to Kuwait for two years, starting in 2003. Art helped develop the math department at the brand new Gulf University of Science and Technology, the first international center of higher learning in the country. Rumor had it that he finally let one or two men kiss his mustache, but he would neither confirm nor deny this. He returned to "Tech" in 2005, where he taught until his untimely passing.
Wherever Art taught, he had a following. His students appreciated his gentle style, sense of humor, and his genuine concern that they understood the material. But, for many, he became much more than just their professor. Art was part of his students’ weddings, baptisms, and political campaigns. He loaned them money and vehicles and, on at least one occasion, bailed them out of jail. He wrote over a thousand letters of recommendations for jobs, graduate schools, and scholarships. Art was a supportive colleague, too. He was always ready to assist however he could, from covering classes when someone was out sick to deftly navigating academic bureaucracy and politics. Professional ethics prevented him from disclosing if he bailed any of his coworkers out a jail, but we suspect there were at least a few.
Art was a voracious reader, and was especially fond of science fiction. In his younger days, he played tennis and softball and looked very studly doing so. He loved a good joke, especially if it was off-color, and his laugh could fill an auditorium. He was a die-hard, long-suffering fan of the Cleveland Browns. He could recite Green Eggs and Ham from memory, having read it hundreds of times to scores of children in their jammies.
As much as Art loved his career and his students, his family always came first. In his children and grandchildren, he instilled resiliency, compassion, generosity, and sense of adventure. No matter where their lives took them, they always knew they had a home to return to. He never stopped wooing Marcia, and did everything he could to make her dreams come true. As far as he was concerned, she hung the sun, moon and stars. They celebrated their 50th anniversary last fall, but their love is timeless.
It is no exaggeration to say that Art made the world a better place. Many of his former students have said they would not have graduated or be where they are today were it not for his support. He gave a safe haven to abused children. He was an unofficial diplomat all over this planet. He stuck up for the little guy because he knew we are all in this together. He made us better people just for knowing him and, through us, the ripple effect of Art’s compassion reaches people that will never know his name. To the very end, he was a giver. Because he was an organ donor, his eyes - which had seen so much - now give the gift of sight to others.
Art is survived by wife Marcia, his 103-year-old mother Ellen, his sister Barbara Collins, his brothers Joe (and Barbara) Bukowski of South Carolina, James Bukowski of Florida, John Bukowski of Colorado; two special sisters-in-law (Nicki Fritz of Colorado and Sharon Bukowski of Elyria, OH), his six children: Kelly Bukowski of Belen, NM, Donde Bukowski of Portland OR, Stephen (and Lara) Bukowski and Lacey (and David) Asher of Las Cruces NM, Devon (and Angie) Bukowski, and Lea (and Josh) Sorensen of Kalispell, MT; and 16 grandchildren: Jacob, Carson, Paul, Everett, Breana, Ryker, Erik, Joe, Tyler, Jessica, Miles, Hanah, Elaine, Christine, Sara, and Lily.
A scholarship in Art's name is being established at New Mexico Tech. A celebration of his life will be held on April 16, 2016 in Socorro, NM. Time and place will be announced shortly on his Facebook page.
Remembering Dr. Arthur Bukowski Alum Who Taught Around the World
March 24, 2016
Ohio University alum Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski ’66, ’68M died Feb. 18 in Albuquerque, NM, after a brief illness, according to the Chronicle Telegram.
He earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences and an M.S. in Mathematics from the College of Arts & Sciences at
Ohio University.
Arthur Eugene Bukowski was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on November 10, 1944. His father, Joe, was a coal miner and his mother, Ellen, was a homemaker; Art was the fifth of their six children. After the mines shut down, the family moved to Elyria.
Art graduated from Elyria High School in 1962 and received a full scholarship to Ohio University, becoming the first of his family to attend college. There is also where he met and married his wife, Marcia, in September 1965. Art earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Math,
while also teaching math and physics. He was then awarded a National Science Foundation scholarship for his Ph.D, which he earned at the University of New Mexico in 1972.
As his wife, Marcia had a love of travel which she instilled in Art, they chose to work and travel overseas, beginning with a job in Saudi Arabia in 1972. After four years of teaching math at the University of Petroleum and Minerals in Dharahan, Saudi Arabia and traveling around the world
twice, with stops in over 30 countries, including Turkey, Iraq, Iran, India, Thailand, the Philippines and Egypt.
In 1976, Art chose yet another adventure and took a job in Anchorage, Alaska at the Community College and at the University of Alaska-Anchorage. After teaching for 22 years, with a sabbatical in Cairo Egypt at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Art retired to Socorro in 1998.
After settling down in Socorro, Art got a job at Dine’ College on the Navajo Reservation in the 4 corners area in 1998. The following fall term he was teaching at UNM, driving twice a week to Albuquerque from Socorro. In 2000, he transferred from UNM to NM Tech and was in the
middle of his 15th year of teaching at Tech at the time of his death. During those 15 years, he took a sabbatical to assist in the development of the math department at the new Gulf University of Science and Technology in Kuwait, from 2003 to 2005.
https://ohioopen.library.ohio.edu/cas_forum_all/2478.2
Arthur E. BukowskiBeloved friend, colleague, instructor, mentor and dedicated family man, Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski died on Feb. 18, 2016, in Albuquerque, N.M., after a brief and unexpected illness. He was 71. Art began teaching math at UAA in 1976, and was known for his compassion, humor and iconic mustache. He retired as Professor Emeritus in 1998, and taught at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro since 2000. He also taught in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Kuwait and Arizona. He made many lifelong friends all over the world. Art and his wife, Marcia, were foster parents to countless children in Anchorage, Alaska. In 1980, they successfully challenged the state to allow foster parents to adopt the children in their care. An untold number of foster children across the state got permanent, loving homes due to their efforts. Over the years, Art and Marcia themselves adopted four of their own foster children. As much as Art loved his career and his students, his family always came first. In his six children and 16 grandchildren, he instilled resiliency, compassion, generosity and sense of adventure. No matter where their lives took them, they always knew they had a home to return to. He never stopped wooing Marcia, and did everything he could to make her dreams come true. As far as he was concerned, she hung the sun, moon and stars. They celebrated their 50th anniversary last fall, but their love is timeless. It is no exaggeration to say that Art made the world a better place. Many of his former students have said they would not have graduated or be where they are today were it not for his support. He gave a safe haven to abused children. He was an unofficial diplomat all over this planet. He stuck up for the little guy because he knew we are all in this together. He made us better people just for knowing him and, through us, the ripple effect of Art's compassion reaches people that will never know his name. To the very end, he was a giver. As an organ donor, his eyes - which had seen so much - now give the gift of sight to others. A scholarship in Art's name is being established at New Mexico Tech. A celebration of his life will be held on April 16, 2016, in Socorro, N.M. Time and place will be announced shortly on his Facebook page.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/adn/name/arthur-bukowski-obituary?id=17935470
Published by Anchorage Daily News on Mar. 22, 2016.4
Facebook Public Page about Dr. Art Bukowski:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011394562185
Beloved friend, colleague, instructor, mentor, and dedicated family man, Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski died February 18, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM after a brief and unexpected illness. He was 71.
Arthur Eugene Bukowski was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on November 10th, 1944. His father, Joe, was a coal miner and his mother, Ellen, was a homemaker; Art was the fifth of their six children. When the mines shut down, the family moved to Elyria, Ohio. Art graduated from Elyria High School in 1962 and received a full scholarship to Ohio University, becoming the first of his family to attend college. There is also where he met and married his wife, Marcia, in 1965. Art earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Math, while also teaching math and physics. He was then awarded a National Science Foundation scholarship for his Ph.D, which he earned at the University of New Mexico in 1972. He immediately took an opportunity to teach in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, where he was part of developing the first English-speaking university in the country. With Saudi as their base, Art and Marcia (with children Kelly and Stephen) traveled all over the Middle East. From Istanbul to New Delhi, they drove their yellow VW campervan, having great adventures (and misadventures) and learning the finer points of remaining sane while traveling with small children. They also made many lifelong friends along the way.
Rising to a challenge from his father-in-law, Art grew his iconic mustache in 1972. It became a trademark he wore for the rest of his life, even when he was mistakenly accused of encouraging the Hipster movement. (Art was anything BUT high-falutin’.) When he stopped styling it in the late 90's, the Clubman Wax Company saw a 50% drop in its revenue. All across the Middle East, he was known as Abu Shinab ("Father Mustache"), and was the envy of countless Arab men. While he enjoyed the attention, he stopped short of letting them kiss it for luck.
Deciding they'd like to try the other end of the climate spectrum, the family moved to Alaska in 1976. Art took a position at the University of Alaska in Anchorage (UAA), and immediately became the vice-president of the AFT Teacher's Union. This put him on the picket lines one month after they arrived, striking for a fair contract. Although this is usually not the way to make a good first impression with a new employer, UAA already knew they had struck gold when they hired Art. He taught at UAA for 22 years, 14 of which he also served as Chair of the math department. His purview as Chair stretched from Palmer to Kodiak, and he was much appreciated for his fairness and compassion. In the 1985-86 academic year Art took a sabbatical to Cairo, where he taught at the Egyptian Air Force Academy, and the family eventually thawed out. Art retired as Professor Emeritus from UAA in 1998. Lest he be mistaken for a man of "all brain, no brawn”, Art also held a General Contractor's license. He built two homes in Anchorage for his family, was involved in the construction of several others, and was the go-to guy if one needed to move a piano.
During their time in Anchorage, Art and Marcia fostered innumerable children, from newborns to teens, and were active members of the Alaska Foster Parent Association. Their involvement positively impacted not just the children in their care, but also had far-reaching effects for all of Alaska's foster children. In 1980 they successfully challenged the state to lift restrictions that prevented foster parents from adopting their foster children. An untold number of foster children across the state got (and continue to get) permanent, loving homes due to their efforts. Over the years, Art and Marcia themselves adopted four of their own foster children, resulting in the family joke “Thank God I’m not from YOUR gene pool!”. In 1982, the Bukowskis were chosen for the first Nerland's Family of the Year award. In 1983, Art and Marcia were awarded "Foster Parents of the Year" from their peers. To his children, Art was Father of the Century.
After his retirement from Alaska, Art spent a year teaching at Dine' College on the Navajo reservation in Tsaile, Arizona. He returned to UNM for a year then transferred to the New Mexico Institute of Mining at Technology in Socorro in 2000. Art rebuilt a century-old, condemned adobe house on Bernard Street, chosen mainly for the windmill on the property (which didn't work, but Marcia loved.) And then he built some sheds. And then a guest house. At that point, he reluctantly admitted that his back had had enough, and it was time to let others do the heavy lifting. Unable to lose the travel bug, however, Art and Marcia moved to Kuwait for two years, starting in 2003. Art helped develop the math department at the brand new Gulf University of Science and Technology, the first international center of higher learning in the country. Rumor had it that he finally let one or two men kiss his mustache, but he would neither confirm nor deny this. He returned to "Tech" in 2005, where he taught until his untimely passing.
Wherever Art taught, he had a following. His students appreciated his gentle style, sense of humor, and his genuine concern that they understood the material. But, for many, he became much more than just their professor. Art was part of his students’ weddings, baptisms, and political campaigns. He loaned them money and vehicles and, on at least one occasion, bailed them out of jail. He wrote over a thousand letters of recommendations for jobs, graduate schools, and scholarships. Art was a supportive colleague, too. He was always ready to assist however he could, from covering classes when someone was out sick to deftly navigating academic bureaucracy and politics. Professional ethics prevented him from disclosing if he bailed any of his coworkers out a jail, but we suspect there were at least a few.
Art was a voracious reader, and was especially fond of science fiction. In his younger days, he played tennis and softball and looked very studly doing so. He loved a good joke, especially if it was off-color, and his laugh could fill an auditorium. He was a die-hard, long-suffering fan of the Cleveland Browns. He could recite Green Eggs and Ham from memory, having read it hundreds of times to scores of children in their jammies.
As much as Art loved his career and his students, his family always came first. In his children and grandchildren, he instilled resiliency, compassion, generosity, and sense of adventure. No matter where their lives took them, they always knew they had a home to return to. He never stopped wooing Marcia, and did everything he could to make her dreams come true. As far as he was concerned, she hung the sun, moon and stars. They celebrated their 50th anniversary last fall, but their love is timeless.
It is no exaggeration to say that Art made the world a better place. Many of his former students have said they would not have graduated or be where they are today were it not for his support. He gave a safe haven to abused children. He was an unofficial diplomat all over this planet. He stuck up for the little guy because he knew we are all in this together. He made us better people just for knowing him and, through us, the ripple effect of Art’s compassion reaches people that will never know his name. To the very end, he was a giver. Because he was an organ donor, his eyes - which had seen so much - now give the gift of sight to others.
Art is survived by wife Marcia, his 103-year-old mother Ellen, his sister Barbara Collins, his brothers Joe (and Barbara) Bukowski of South Carolina, James Bukowski of Florida, John Bukowski of Colorado; two special sisters-in-law (Nicki Fritz of Colorado and Sharon Bukowski of Elyria, OH), his six children: Kelly Bukowski of Belen, NM, Donde Bukowski of Portland OR, Stephen (and Lara) Bukowski and Lacey (and David) Asher of Las Cruces NM, Devon (and Angie) Bukowski, and Lea (and Josh) Sorensen of Kalispell, MT; and 16 grandchildren: Jacob, Carson, Paul, Everett, Breana, Ryker, Erik, Joe, Tyler, Jessica, Miles, Hanah, Elaine, Christine, Sara, and Lily.
A scholarship in Art's name is being established at New Mexico Tech. A celebration of his life will be held on April 16, 2016 in Socorro, NM. Time and place will be announced shortly on his Facebook page.
Remembering Dr. Arthur Bukowski Alum Who Taught Around the World
March 24, 2016
Ohio University alum Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski ’66, ’68M died Feb. 18 in Albuquerque, NM, after a brief illness, according to the Chronicle Telegram.
He earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences and an M.S. in Mathematics from the College of Arts & Sciences at
Ohio University.
Arthur Eugene Bukowski was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on November 10, 1944. His father, Joe, was a coal miner and his mother, Ellen, was a homemaker; Art was the fifth of their six children. After the mines shut down, the family moved to Elyria.
Art graduated from Elyria High School in 1962 and received a full scholarship to Ohio University, becoming the first of his family to attend college. There is also where he met and married his wife, Marcia, in September 1965. Art earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Math,
while also teaching math and physics. He was then awarded a National Science Foundation scholarship for his Ph.D, which he earned at the University of New Mexico in 1972.
As his wife, Marcia had a love of travel which she instilled in Art, they chose to work and travel overseas, beginning with a job in Saudi Arabia in 1972. After four years of teaching math at the University of Petroleum and Minerals in Dharahan, Saudi Arabia and traveling around the world
twice, with stops in over 30 countries, including Turkey, Iraq, Iran, India, Thailand, the Philippines and Egypt.
In 1976, Art chose yet another adventure and took a job in Anchorage, Alaska at the Community College and at the University of Alaska-Anchorage. After teaching for 22 years, with a sabbatical in Cairo Egypt at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Art retired to Socorro in 1998.
After settling down in Socorro, Art got a job at Dine’ College on the Navajo Reservation in the 4 corners area in 1998. The following fall term he was teaching at UNM, driving twice a week to Albuquerque from Socorro. In 2000, he transferred from UNM to NM Tech and was in the
middle of his 15th year of teaching at Tech at the time of his death. During those 15 years, he took a sabbatical to assist in the development of the math department at the new Gulf University of Science and Technology in Kuwait, from 2003 to 2005.
https://ohioopen.library.ohio.edu/cas_forum_all/2478.2
Arthur E. BukowskiBeloved friend, colleague, instructor, mentor and dedicated family man, Dr. Arthur E. Bukowski died on Feb. 18, 2016, in Albuquerque, N.M., after a brief and unexpected illness. He was 71. Art began teaching math at UAA in 1976, and was known for his compassion, humor and iconic mustache. He retired as Professor Emeritus in 1998, and taught at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro since 2000. He also taught in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Kuwait and Arizona. He made many lifelong friends all over the world. Art and his wife, Marcia, were foster parents to countless children in Anchorage, Alaska. In 1980, they successfully challenged the state to allow foster parents to adopt the children in their care. An untold number of foster children across the state got permanent, loving homes due to their efforts. Over the years, Art and Marcia themselves adopted four of their own foster children. As much as Art loved his career and his students, his family always came first. In his six children and 16 grandchildren, he instilled resiliency, compassion, generosity and sense of adventure. No matter where their lives took them, they always knew they had a home to return to. He never stopped wooing Marcia, and did everything he could to make her dreams come true. As far as he was concerned, she hung the sun, moon and stars. They celebrated their 50th anniversary last fall, but their love is timeless. It is no exaggeration to say that Art made the world a better place. Many of his former students have said they would not have graduated or be where they are today were it not for his support. He gave a safe haven to abused children. He was an unofficial diplomat all over this planet. He stuck up for the little guy because he knew we are all in this together. He made us better people just for knowing him and, through us, the ripple effect of Art's compassion reaches people that will never know his name. To the very end, he was a giver. As an organ donor, his eyes - which had seen so much - now give the gift of sight to others. A scholarship in Art's name is being established at New Mexico Tech. A celebration of his life will be held on April 16, 2016, in Socorro, N.M. Time and place will be announced shortly on his Facebook page.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/adn/name/arthur-bukowski-obituary?id=17935470
Published by Anchorage Daily News on Mar. 22, 2016.4
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
- [S3148] Ohio University College of Arts & Sciences,, "Remembering Dr. Arthur Bukowski Alum Who Taught Around the World", Ohio University - OHIO Open Library https://ohioopen.library.ohio.edu/cas_forum_all/2478 (24 Mar 2016): Ohio University College of Arts & Sciences, "Remembering Dr. Arthur Bukowski Alum Who Taught Around
the World" (2016).
All Forum Articles. 2478.
https://ohioopen.library.ohio.edu/cas_forum_all/2478. Hereinafter cited as "Remembering Dr. Arthur Bukowski." - [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
- [S3147] Arthur E. Bukowski, Legacy.com, https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/adn/name/arthur-bukowski-obituary?id=17935470, 20 feb 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Legacy.com.
Barbara Antoinette-Marie Bukowski1
F, #7586, b. 6 January 1939, d. 5 May 2013
Last Edited=16 Jun 2025
Barbara Lifflanmder (saved from a 2008 news article)
https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/2008/08/13/lifflander-files-police-report-over/63928993007/
https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/2008/08/13/lifflander-files-police-report-over/63928993007/
> > CLEANUP REQUIRED: Initially believed this Barbara Bukowski was the daughter of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn. Was mistaken. This particular Barbara Bukowski (1939-2013) in the "Crocker Family Tree" by Daniel Crocker on Ancestry.com.
She married Matthew Leslie Lifflander on 10 June 1961 at New York. Barbara Antoinette-Marie Bukowski and Matthew Leslie Lifflander were divorced. Barbara Antoinette-Marie Bukowski died on 5 May 2013 at Millsboro, Sussex Co., Delaware, at age 74.2,3
Barbara Lifflander, active in community
Barbara Antoinette-Marie Lifflander
Barbara Antoinette-Marie Lifflander, nee Bukowski, of Millsboro, peacefully passed away in her sleep Saturday, May 5, 2013. She was 74.
Barbara is survived by her ex-husband Matthew; her sons Clay and Justin; seven grandchildren; her cats Aslan and Alla; and an indeterminate number of coy fish.
She was an active member of her community and church, and twice ran unsuccessfully for the position of state representative for the 41st district.
Prior to moving to Delaware, Barbara resided in New York, where she worked as a model, public relations executive and full time mother.
At 11 a.m., Saturday, May 11, a memorial service will be held for her at St. George's Chapel, 20274 Beaver Dam Road in Harbeson, with the Rev. Max Wolf officiating.
https://www.capegazette.com/article/barbara-lifflander-active-community/46552
May 8, 2013.2
She was buried at St. Georges Chapel Cemetery, Harbeson, Sussex Co., Delaware.3
Children of Barbara Antoinette-Marie Bukowski and Matthew Leslie Lifflander
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
- [S3149] Barbara Lifflander, active in community, Cape Gazette (Lewes, Delaware), https://www.capegazette.com/article/barbara-lifflander-active-community/46552, 08 may 2013, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Cape Gazette.
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Barbara Antoinette-Marie (Bukowski) Lifflander, Memorial ID 110275134,
Birth
Death: 5 May 2013
Burial: Saint Georges Chapel Cemetery, Harbeson, Sussex County, Delaware
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/110275134/barbara_antoinette-marie-lifflander: accessed June 13, 2025), memorial page for Barbara Antoinette-Marie Bukowski Lifflander (unknown–5 May 2013), Find a Grave Memorial ID 110275134, citing Saint Georges Chapel Cemetery, Harbeson, Sussex County, Delaware, USA; Maintained by Corey and Douglas Marshall-Steele (contributor 47477063).
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2013/128/110275134_136814308714.jpg,.
Barbara Lee Bukowski
F, #11561, b. 12 February 1943, d. 5 July 2022
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-granddaughter of John Hearn
Barbara Lee Bukowski was born on 12 February 1943 at Brownsville, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.1,2 She was the daughter of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn. Barbara Lee Bukowski married Clayton Collins circa 1960. Barbara Lee Bukowski lived in April 1995 at Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.3 She died on 5 July 2022 at Lugoff, Kershaw Co., South Carolina, at age 79.1,2
Obituary of Barbara Lee Collins
Barbara Lee Collins
Feb/12/1943 - Jul/05/2022
LUGOFF- Barbara Lee Collins, 79, passed away on July 5, 2022. Born in Brownsville, PA, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Ellen Elizabeth Bukowski. Barbara, wife of the late Clayton Collins, was a master gardener. She earned her master's degree and taught at Powers Elementary School in Amherst, OH, for 25 years.
Surviving are her daughter, Michele Kleckner (David); grandchildren, Joshua Kleckner, Sarah Jefferson (Preston); and siblings, Joseph Bukowski (Barbara) of Lugoff, James Wesley “Doc” Bukowski (Francine); and sisters-in-law, Marcia Bukowski and Sharon Bukowski. She was predeceased by a son, Michael Collins; and siblings, J. George Bukowski, Arthur Eugene Bukowski, and Charles “Dean” Bukowski.
Burial will be held at a later date in LaGrange Township, OH.
https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4004/Barbara-Collins/obituary.html.1
She was buried at River Road Cemetery, LaGrange, Lorain Co., Ohio.2
Obituary of Barbara Lee Collins
Barbara Lee Collins
Feb/12/1943 - Jul/05/2022
LUGOFF- Barbara Lee Collins, 79, passed away on July 5, 2022. Born in Brownsville, PA, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Ellen Elizabeth Bukowski. Barbara, wife of the late Clayton Collins, was a master gardener. She earned her master's degree and taught at Powers Elementary School in Amherst, OH, for 25 years.
Surviving are her daughter, Michele Kleckner (David); grandchildren, Joshua Kleckner, Sarah Jefferson (Preston); and siblings, Joseph Bukowski (Barbara) of Lugoff, James Wesley “Doc” Bukowski (Francine); and sisters-in-law, Marcia Bukowski and Sharon Bukowski. She was predeceased by a son, Michael Collins; and siblings, J. George Bukowski, Arthur Eugene Bukowski, and Charles “Dean” Bukowski.
Burial will be held at a later date in LaGrange Township, OH.
https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4004/Barbara-Collins/obituary.html.1
She was buried at River Road Cemetery, LaGrange, Lorain Co., Ohio.2
Children of Barbara Lee Bukowski and Clayton Collins
- Michael Collins b. 18 Nov 1960, d. 3 May 2015
- Michelle Collins+
Citations
- [S3154] Barbara Lee Collins, Powers Funeral Home (Lugoff, SC), https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4004/Barbara-Collins/obituary.html, 07 jul 2022, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Powers Funeral Home.
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Barbara Lee (Bukowski) Collins, Memorial ID 241853736,
Birth: 12 February 1943, Brownsville, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death: 5 July 2022
Burial: River Road Cemetery, Lagrange, Lorain County, Ohio
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/241853736/barbara_lee-collins: accessed June 18, 2025), memorial page for Barbara Lee Bukowski Collins (12 Feb 1943–5 Jul 2022), Find a Grave Memorial ID 241853736, citing River Road Cemetery, Lagrange, Lorain County, Ohio, USA; Maintained by: Find a Grave.
Spouses
Clayton Collins 1939–1991
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2024/214/241853736_1016b553-2565-4aee-890b-f7adde59ce62.jpeg,. - [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
Brian Steven Bukowski
M, #11581
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-grandson of John Hearn
Carolyn Sue Bukowski
F, #11577, b. 8 September 1963, d. December 1987
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-granddaughter of John Hearn
Carolyn Sue Bukowski was born on 8 September 1963 at Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio. She was the daughter of James Wesley Bukowski and Ruth Marie Less. Carolyn Sue Bukowski married Michael Hugh Mahoney on 5 January 1985 at Norfolk, Virginia. Carolyn Sue Bukowski and Michael Hugh Mahoney were divorced on 4 June 1987 at Virginia. Carolyn Sue Bukowski married Donald Joseph Murphy on 5 August 1987 at Norfolk, Virginia. Carolyn Sue Bukowski died in December 1987 at Nixa, Christian Co., Missouri, at age 24. She was buried at St. Teresa Cemetery, Sheffield, Lorain Co., Ohio.1
Citations
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Carolyn Sue (Bukowski) Murphy, Memorial ID 61454994,
Birth: 1963
Death: 4 December 1987
Burial: Saint Teresa Cemetery, Sheffield, Lorain County, Ohio
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61454994/carolyn_sue-murphy: accessed June 18, 2025), memorial page for Carolyn Sue Bukowski Murphy (1963–4 Dec 1987), Find a Grave Memorial ID 61454994, citing Saint Teresa Cemetery, Sheffield, Lorain County, Ohio, USA; Maintained by RLE (contributor 47272226).
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2010/314/61454994_128951790402.jpg,.
Charles Dean Bukowski1
M, #7594, b. 23 January 1947, d. 28 March 2015
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-grandson of John Hearn
Charles Dean Bukowski was born on 23 January 1947 at Brownsville, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.2 He was the son of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn.1 Charles Dean Bukowski married Sharon Rae Kershaw on 24 February 1973 at Lorain Co., Ohio.1 Charles Dean Bukowski lived in April 1995 at Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.3 He died on 28 March 2015 at Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio, at age 68.2
Charles Dean Bukowski
Charles was born on January 23, 1947 and passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2015. Charles was a resident of Elyria, Ohio at the time of his passing. He was married to Sharon. There will be no public services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family C/O CommStar Credit Union, 832 Cleveland St., Elyria, OH 44035.
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/charles-bukowski-obituary?pid=179340028.2
Charles Dean Bukowski
Charles was born on January 23, 1947 and passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2015. Charles was a resident of Elyria, Ohio at the time of his passing. He was married to Sharon. There will be no public services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family C/O CommStar Credit Union, 832 Cleveland St., Elyria, OH 44035.
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/charles-bukowski-obituary?pid=179340028.2
Children of Charles Dean Bukowski and Sharon Rae Kershaw
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
- [S3146] Charles Dean Bukowski, Legacy.com, https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/charles-bukowski-obituary?pid=179340028, 01 Apr 2015, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Legacy.com.
- [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
Debbie Bukowski
F, #11568
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-granddaughter of John Hearn
Debbie Bukowski is the daughter of John George Bukowski and Bonnie Lee Ditko. Debbie Bukowski married Scott Williams.
James Anthony Bukowski
M, #11580
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-grandson of John Hearn
James Wesley Bukowski1
M, #7591
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-grandson of John Hearn
James Wesley Bukowski married Francine (?) James Wesley Bukowski is the son of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn.1 James Wesley Bukowski married Ruth Marie Less circa 1963. James Wesley Bukowski and Ruth Marie Less were divorced on 8 May 1974 at Lorain Co., Ohio, Grounds listed were Extreme Cruelty.
Children of James Wesley Bukowski and Ruth Marie Less
- Carolyn Sue Bukowski b. 8 Sep 1963, d. Dec 1987
- James Anthony Bukowski
- Brian Steven Bukowski
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
John Bukowski
M, #11570
Last Edited=17 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-grandson of John Hearn
John George Bukowski1
M, #7590, b. 25 January 1935, d. 20 April 2020
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-grandson of John Hearn
John George Bukowski was born on 25 January 1935 at Brownsville, Berks Co., Pennsylvania.2 He was the son of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn.1 John George Bukowski married Bonnie Lee Ditko. John George Bukowski lived in April 1995 at Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.3 He lived in April 2016 at Denver, Colorado.1 He died on 20 April 2020 at age 85.2
J. Bukowski Obituary:
John Bukowski
January 26, 1935 - April 20, 2020
Today we rest George John Bukowski. John passed away April 20, 2020 at the age of 85. John was born January 26, 1935 to Joseph and Ellen Bukowski in Brownsville, Pennsylvania. John joined the US Army where he served two years as an enlisted soldier. After the military John worked as a factory worker at Harshaw Chemical until he retired in Elyria Ohio. John was a black belt in Taekwondo and enjoyed watching football (Go Browns) and baseball (Go Indians). John became a widow in 2006 when the love of his life Bonnie Bukowski (Ditko) passed away in Elyria Ohio. In 2015 John's daughters moved him to Lakewood, Colorado where he spent the rest of his life in the company of his loving daughters.
John is survived by his siblings Barbara Collins, Joseph Bukowski, and James Bukowski. John is survived by his children Pamela Bukowski and Debbie Williams (married to Scott Williams), John Bukowski (deceased), and John Moncheck -- also known as Little John. John is survived by six grandchildren: Alisyn, Chris, Nicky, Patrick, Jason, and Jack and three great grandchildren: Morgan, Sophia, and Nathan. Preceding his death are siblings Arthur Bukowski and Charles Bukowski.
Due to the unfortunate events in the world a private military service will be held in the future at Ft. Logan Cemetery.
Interment: Fort Logan National Cemetery 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd. Denver, Colorado 80236
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/27070835/j-bukowski.2
He was buried at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Denver Co., Colorado.4
J. Bukowski Obituary:
John Bukowski
January 26, 1935 - April 20, 2020
Today we rest George John Bukowski. John passed away April 20, 2020 at the age of 85. John was born January 26, 1935 to Joseph and Ellen Bukowski in Brownsville, Pennsylvania. John joined the US Army where he served two years as an enlisted soldier. After the military John worked as a factory worker at Harshaw Chemical until he retired in Elyria Ohio. John was a black belt in Taekwondo and enjoyed watching football (Go Browns) and baseball (Go Indians). John became a widow in 2006 when the love of his life Bonnie Bukowski (Ditko) passed away in Elyria Ohio. In 2015 John's daughters moved him to Lakewood, Colorado where he spent the rest of his life in the company of his loving daughters.
John is survived by his siblings Barbara Collins, Joseph Bukowski, and James Bukowski. John is survived by his children Pamela Bukowski and Debbie Williams (married to Scott Williams), John Bukowski (deceased), and John Moncheck -- also known as Little John. John is survived by six grandchildren: Alisyn, Chris, Nicky, Patrick, Jason, and Jack and three great grandchildren: Morgan, Sophia, and Nathan. Preceding his death are siblings Arthur Bukowski and Charles Bukowski.
Due to the unfortunate events in the world a private military service will be held in the future at Ft. Logan Cemetery.
Interment: Fort Logan National Cemetery 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd. Denver, Colorado 80236
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/27070835/j-bukowski.2
He was buried at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Denver Co., Colorado.4
Children of John George Bukowski and Bonnie Lee Ditko
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
- [S3153] George John Bukowski, Tribute Archive, https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/27070835/j-bukowski, 23 aug 2020, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Tribute Archive.
- [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), J George “John” Bukowski, Memorial ID 209614565,
Birth: 25 January 1935, Brownsville, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death: 20 April 2020
Burial: Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, City and County of Denver, Colorado
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209614565/j_george-bukowski: accessed June 12, 2025), memorial page for J George “John” Bukowski (25 Jan 1935–20 Apr 2020), Find a Grave Memorial ID 209614565, citing Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, City and County of Denver, Colorado, USA; Maintained by Carolyn Selby (contributor 47037989).
Parents
Ellen E. Harn Bukowski 1912–2016
Siblings
Joseph Allen Bukowski 1933–2023
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2020/121/209614565_795f0ed2-032b-4096-b2bc-23dde6e120c8.jpeg,.
Joseph Bukowski
M, #3158, b. 28 February 1911, d. 22 April 1995
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
SOURCE: Mildred Harn letter March 1995. Joseph Bukowski was born on 28 February 1911 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.1 He married Ellen Elizabeth Harn, daughter of Aden Wesley Harn and Sarah Catherine Lilley, on 16 May 1933 at Waynesburg, Greene Co., Pennsylvania.2,3 Between 1948 and 1974 Joseph Bukowski was a mechanic, at J.R. Dall Ford, Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.3 He died on 22 April 1995 at Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, at age 84.1
Obituary of Joseph Bukowski:
Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford
ELYRIA — Joseph Bukowski retired in 1974 after 28 years as a mechanic for the J.R. Dall Ford dealership in Elyria.
Mr. Bukowski, 84, of Elyria, died Saturday at Ohio Extended Care Center in Lorain.
The Indiana, Pa., native lived in Elyria for 40 years.
Mr. Bukowski and his wife, Ellen, were married in Waynesburg, Pa., 62 years ago.
Besides his wife, survivors include his sons, Joseph A. of South Carolina, J. George and Dean, both of Elyria, James W. of Sheffield and Arthur E. of Anchorage, Alaska; daughter, Barbara Collins of Elyria; 18 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two brothers.
Services will be at 10 a.m. today at Curtis-Scheuffler-Busch Family Chapel, 114 2nd St., Elyria.
The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, OH)
Wed, Apr 26, 1995 ·Page 24.3
He was buried at Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.1
Obituary of Joseph Bukowski:
Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford
ELYRIA — Joseph Bukowski retired in 1974 after 28 years as a mechanic for the J.R. Dall Ford dealership in Elyria.
Mr. Bukowski, 84, of Elyria, died Saturday at Ohio Extended Care Center in Lorain.
The Indiana, Pa., native lived in Elyria for 40 years.
Mr. Bukowski and his wife, Ellen, were married in Waynesburg, Pa., 62 years ago.
Besides his wife, survivors include his sons, Joseph A. of South Carolina, J. George and Dean, both of Elyria, James W. of Sheffield and Arthur E. of Anchorage, Alaska; daughter, Barbara Collins of Elyria; 18 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two brothers.
Services will be at 10 a.m. today at Curtis-Scheuffler-Busch Family Chapel, 114 2nd St., Elyria.
The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, OH)
Wed, Apr 26, 1995 ·Page 24.3
He was buried at Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria, Lorain Co., Ohio.1
Children of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn
- Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr.+4 b. 31 Jul 1933, d. 3 Aug 2023
- John George Bukowski+4 b. 25 Jan 1935, d. 20 Apr 2020
- James Wesley Bukowski+4
- Arthur Eugene Bukowski4 b. 10 Nov 1940, d. 18 Feb 2016
- Rose Marie Bukowski
- Barbara Lee Bukowski+ b. 12 Feb 1943, d. 5 Jul 2022
- Charles Dean Bukowski+4 b. 23 Jan 1947, d. 28 Mar 2015
Citations
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Joseph Bukowski, Memorial ID 255228055,
Birth: 1911
Death: 1995
Burial: Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/255228055/joseph-bukowski: accessed June 13, 2025), memorial page for Joseph Bukowski (1911–1995), Find a Grave Memorial ID 255228055, citing Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio, USA; Maintained by ?soaringhigh1010? (contributor 51443167).
Spouses
Ellen E Bukowski 1912–2016
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2023/159/255228055_1f39d04b-9512-4ae3-97a1-dd752e9c0d42.jpeg,. - [S647] Letter from Mildred (Toland) Harn (P.O. Box 36, Mather, PA 15346) to Steven Harn REDMAN (1), Mar 1995; Steven Harn Redman (Steven Harn Redman, P.O. BOX 294, Lyman, WY).
- [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
Joseph Bukowski
M, #11563
Last Edited=17 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-grandson of John Hearn
Joseph Bukowski is the son of Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr. and Barbara (?) Joseph Bukowski married Lisa (?)
Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr.1
M, #7588, b. 31 July 1933, d. 3 August 2023
Last Edited=18 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 1 time removed of Steven Harn Redman
5th great-grandson of John Hearn
Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr. was born on 31 July 1933 at Brownsville, Berks Co., Pennsylvania.2,3 He was the son of Joseph Bukowski and Ellen Elizabeth Harn.1 Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr. married Barbara (?)1 Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr. lived in April 1995 at South Carolina.4 He lived in July 2022 at Lugoff, Kershaw Co., South Carolina.5 He died on 3 August 2023 at Lugoff, Kershaw Co., South Carolina, at age 90.2,3
Obituary of Joseph A. Bukowski:
Joseph A. Bukowski
Jul/31/1933 - Aug/03/2023
LUGOFF- Joseph Allen Bukowski, 90, passed away peacefully at his home on August 3, 2023. Born in Brownsville, Pa, he was a son of the late Joseph Bukowski, Jr. and Ellen Harn Bukowski. Mr. Bukowski served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 17, and was very involved in the ABLE club at Lugoff-Elgin High School, where he served as a substitute teacher after retiring from Praxair. He enjoyed gardening and cooking.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Bukowski; sons, Joseph Bukowski (Lisa) of Fort Mill, Robert “Bob” Bukowski (Tammy) of Conway; Grandchildren, Joey Bukowski, Ben Bukowski (Chelsea), Ashley Alford, Heath Alford; brother, James W. Bukowski (Francine); and a great-grandson, Jay Bukowski. He was predeceased by siblings, J. George Bukowski, Arthur E. Bukowski, Barbara L. Collins and Charles D. Bukowski.
Funeral services for Mr. Bukowski will be private. In lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to the Lugoff-Elgin High School Athletic department.
https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4420/Joseph-Bukowski/obituary.html#content-start.3
He was buried at Burial Details Unknown.2
Obituary of Joseph A. Bukowski:
Joseph A. Bukowski
Jul/31/1933 - Aug/03/2023
LUGOFF- Joseph Allen Bukowski, 90, passed away peacefully at his home on August 3, 2023. Born in Brownsville, Pa, he was a son of the late Joseph Bukowski, Jr. and Ellen Harn Bukowski. Mr. Bukowski served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 17, and was very involved in the ABLE club at Lugoff-Elgin High School, where he served as a substitute teacher after retiring from Praxair. He enjoyed gardening and cooking.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Bukowski; sons, Joseph Bukowski (Lisa) of Fort Mill, Robert “Bob” Bukowski (Tammy) of Conway; Grandchildren, Joey Bukowski, Ben Bukowski (Chelsea), Ashley Alford, Heath Alford; brother, James W. Bukowski (Francine); and a great-grandson, Jay Bukowski. He was predeceased by siblings, J. George Bukowski, Arthur E. Bukowski, Barbara L. Collins and Charles D. Bukowski.
Funeral services for Mr. Bukowski will be private. In lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to the Lugoff-Elgin High School Athletic department.
https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4420/Joseph-Bukowski/obituary.html#content-start.3
He was buried at Burial Details Unknown.2
Children of Joseph Allen Bukowski Jr. and Barbara (?)
Citations
- [S2431] Ellen Bukowski, The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio), http://www.chroniclet.com/obituaries/2016/04/10/Ellen-Bukowski.html, 10 Apr 2016, n/a. Hereinafter cited as The Chronicle-Telegram (Elyria, Ohio).
- [S2545] Findagrave.com website, database and images (Find a Grave, 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah Co., Utah ), Joseph Allen Bukowski, Memorial ID 258098703,
Birth: 31 July 1933, Brownsville, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death: 3 August 2023, Lugoff, Kershaw County, South Carolina, USA
Burial
Source: Find a Grave
SourceCitation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/258098703/joseph_allen-bukowski: accessed June 17, 2025), memorial page for Joseph Allen Bukowski (31 Jul 1933–3 Aug 2023), Find a Grave Memorial ID 258098703; Burial Details Unknown; Maintained by Beautiful Stoner (Amanda Michelle Anderson) (contributor 46811966).
Parents
Ellen E. Harn Bukowski 1912–2016
Siblings
J George "John" Bukowski 1935–2020
Image URL: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2023/232/258098703_8cfa8fa1-dee9-40ed-abc3-aadb7e5acdc7.jpeg,. - [S3152] Joseph Allen Bukowski, Powers Funeral Home (Lugoff, SC), https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4420/Joseph-Bukowski/obituary.html#content-start, 05 aug 2023, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Powers Funeral Home.
- [S3156] Joseph Bukowski, 84, mechanic at Dall Ford, The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio), newspapers.com, 26 Apr 1995, 24. Hereinafter cited as The Plain Dealer.
- [S3154] Barbara Lee Collins, Powers Funeral Home (Lugoff, SC), https://powersfuneralhome.net/tribute/details/4004/Barbara-Collins/obituary.html, 07 jul 2022, n/a. Hereinafter cited as Powers Funeral Home.
Kelly Renee Bukowski
F, #11552
Last Edited=12 Jun 2025
- Relationships
- 5th cousin 2 times removed of Steven Harn Redman
6th great-granddaughter of John Hearn
Kelly Renee Bukowski is the daughter of Charles Dean Bukowski and Sharon Rae Kershaw. Kelly Renee Bukowski married John M. Boyer on 11 July 1992 at Ohio. Kelly Renee Bukowski and John M. Boyer were divorced on 16 June 1994 at Lorain Co., Ohio. Kelly Renee Bukowski married Richard Patrick Capwill on 2 June 1997 at Brevard Co., Florida.