A candle was lit by Ken and Diane Boelens
on December 8, 2016 2:38 PM
A candle was lit by Lanette and Jim Carlson
on December 8, 2016 12:18 PM
Message from Lanette and Jim Carlson
December 8, 2016 12:17 PM
Our deepest sympathy to Joe's family. He was one of the nicest guys we have
ever known. He will be missed by many!
A candle was lit by Allan & Kathy Coppejans
on December 5, 2016 9:17 PM
A candle was lit by Marie (Ghys) Weber
on December 5, 2016 4:43 PM
Message from curt swanson
December 4, 2016 4:47 PM
Jill, It's been many years since I have seen you. So sorry to hear about Joe ,,he was a great guy, May he rest in peace
Message from Rodger Stenzel
December 3, 2016 9:09 PM
So sorry to learn about Joe. Our prayers go out to Jill and family. Jim, we are with you and your family, too. Mabel, Lester, Virginia and Howard were a great team and some of Henry Counties finest. Dave and I were privileged to know the Buysse's.
A candle was lit by Helen Claeys
on December 2, 2016 8:36 PM
Message from Helen Claeys
December 2, 2016 8:35 PM
Jill and all of Joe's family,
You are in my thoughts in your loss of Joe. What a great guy who will be missed by all. May he rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Ron Larsen
on December 2, 2016 8:15 PM
A candle was lit by Audrey and Tony Wancket
on December 2, 2016 8:03 PM
A candle was lit by Morrie & Jodi (Park) DePorter
on December 2, 2016 7:14 PM
A candle was lit by Jim VanDeRostyne - Tx.
on December 2, 2016 6:03 PM
A candle was lit by Albert Mary Jane Boelens
on December 2, 2016 3:28 PM
A candle was lit by Norma (DeMay) Disterhoft and family
on December 2, 2016 11:44 AM
Message from Berniece Cathelyn
December 2, 2016 11:01 AM
Jill and Family
My deepest sympathy in your loss. You are being remembered in my prayers.
Message from Karen Najdowski
December 2, 2016 8:41 AM
What a special time it was to spend with Joe & the Buysse family at Madeline's christening.
My deepest condolences to the family on the passing of such a wonderful man.
Message from Mick and Joanne Urbanski
December 2, 2016 7:39 AM
Josh, very sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit by Dick & Mary Ghys
on December 1, 2016 10:54 PM
Message from Jerry Grens
December 1, 2016 9:52 PM
I remember Joe as a quiet giant of a man. Soft spoken, caring and humble. Someone who would give you the shirt off his back. He was a guy of character. Friendly, honest and steadfast. He embodied the true spirit of Sigma Chi possessing the virtues we all strive for in our life. You fought the good fight Joe.
IHSV brother........
A candle was lit by Diane McCann
on December 1, 2016 8:35 PM
A candle was lit by Lu & Kenny Coppejans
on December 1, 2016 8:28 PM
A candle was lit by Mike & Linda Minnaert
on December 1, 2016 8:20 PM
A candle was lit by Shawn and Diane Sturtewagen
on December 1, 2016 7:37 PM
Message from Jack & Carol Minnaert
December 1, 2016 7:28 PM
We were so sad to hear of Joe's passing. He always had a friendly smile and a hello when he saw you. When Jack and I were first married we lived across the street from Bill and Maggie and have always felt close to your family. Jill was the prettiest girl in town and full of personality. Brooke you and Josh reflect the family values your parents instilled in you. Lester and Mable were hard working farmers, and I will always remember Grandma Mabel as the neatly dressed little lady. Stay strong for your mom. Love Jack and Carol
A candle was lit by Jack & Carol Minnaert
on December 1, 2016 7:07 PM
Message from Johnston, IA
December 1, 2016 6:20 PM
Jill, Brooke & Josh
Kathy and I are very sorry to hear about Joe. Such a cool dude. You all are lucky to call him your
husband and dad. Kathy had the pleasure to work with Joe at AGF back in the day. Take care.
Cameron & Kathy Minnaert
A candle was lit by Janice(DeMay) Sullivan
on December 1, 2016 6:07 PM
Message from Dix West Grantham
December 1, 2016 5:23 PM
Jill, I was so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Doesn't seem possible. Please know I am thinking of you at this difficult time. Good times and good memories. That Joe was a great guy but you already knew that!
Message from The "Buysse" girls. Ann, Jean and Kathy
December 1, 2016 4:20 PM
We would like to offer you and your family our deepest and most sincere condolences. He was a special guy. I think the last time we saw Joe was when he came to celebrate our brother, Mike's, life. We will never forget his kindness. May God give him eternal rest and give his family the strength to bear this great pain.
A candle was lit by Deb Pease
on December 1, 2016 4:06 PM
A candle was lit by Kyle Prenevost
on December 1, 2016 4:01 PM
A candle was lit by Sigma Chi Brother Rick Dousman Bradley/Delta Rho 1968
on December 1, 2016 12:54 PM
Message from Mick Van De Voord Chicago ill
December 1, 2016 12:10 PM
You have my deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Message from Christine Buysse
December 1, 2016 12:07 PM
Jill, I just saw that Joe passed away, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. I live in CA now, so am out of the local loop. I pray that you get through this difficult time with the comfort that you had a great life together. RIP Joe!
Message from Steve Rapp
December 1, 2016 10:41 AM
In one's lifetime, if we are lucky, we will meet and become friends with a few really wonderful people, people who you like from the first moment you meet them and who you continue to like for all the time you have together. Joe was such a friend. What made Joe so likeable was is warm and genuine way, his sense of humor and his kind treatment of others. My life was greatly enriched by having become Joe's friend. I am very fortunate; we all were.
A candle was lit by Steve Rapp
on December 1, 2016 10:35 AM
A candle was lit by Sending our Love and Prayers. Len and Deb
on December 1, 2016 10:22 AM
A candle was lit by DeAnn VanAutreve
on December 1, 2016 7:48 AM
Message from Jim Terrey
December 1, 2016 7:26 AM
Dear Jill - Our hearts are filled with sympathy and great memories as the Buysse family mourns the loss of Joe while celebrating and being thankful for his wonderful life. Joe and I were football teammates, fraternity brothers and roommates and best buddies during our years together at Bradley University. It was great to have some heartwarming get-togethers since those years in Peoria. May Joe rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Frank & Lana Prenevost
on December 1, 2016 7:19 AM
A candle was lit by Gary and Sandy Sturtewagen
on December 1, 2016 7:12 AM
A candle was lit by Farmer and Jan Wyffels
on November 30, 2016 11:29 PM
A candle was lit by Rob and Betty Angus
on November 30, 2016 10:45 PM
A candle was lit by Rock and Tina VanOpdorp
on November 30, 2016 10:34 PM
Message from Avis Kutzman
November 30, 2016 10:12 PM
Thoughts and prayers go out to you JILL and the entire family. May you find peace in the days to come being surrounded by loving family and friends and all the memories you shared together.
A candle was lit by Eileen Verbeck
on November 30, 2016 9:30 PM
A candle was lit by Kelley Follett Robinette
on November 30, 2016 8:26 PM
Message from Dawn Mosher Tubbs
November 30, 2016 7:57 PM
Our families have shared so much through the years. Please know we share in your loss. Our deepest condolences.
A candle was lit by Allan &a Kathy Coppejans and family
on November 30, 2016 7:55 PM
A candle was lit by Dawn (Mosher) and Dave Tubbs
on November 30, 2016 7:54 PM
A candle was lit by Vern and Linda Sturtewagen
on November 30, 2016 7:24 PM
A candle was lit by Ron and Bonnie Obrecht
on November 30, 2016 7:24 PM
A candle was lit by Rick and Judy Rediger
on November 30, 2016 7:10 PM
A candle was lit by Stella Sherbeyn and family.
on November 30, 2016 7:00 PM
Message from Gerald & Maryann
November 30, 2016 6:45 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jill and family. God Bless!!
A candle was lit by Gerald and Maryann VanDeWoestyne
on November 30, 2016 6:42 PM
A candle was lit by Hank and Jan Smeltzer
on November 30, 2016 6:31 PM
A candle was lit by Tricia Fleming
on November 30, 2016 6:31 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy, Kylie and Kade Buysse
on November 30, 2016 6:21 PM
A candle was lit by Duane and Karen West.
on November 30, 2016 6:16 PM
A candle was lit by Jim and Robin VanMeenen
on November 30, 2016 6:02 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy Francque
on November 30, 2016 5:49 PM
A candle was lit by Al and Arlene DeSplinter
on November 30, 2016 5:47 PM
Message from Dean and Norma Meier
November 30, 2016 5:37 PM
Our love and prayers to Joe's family. He was such a great guy and will be missed by many.
Message from Galen & Jane Noard
November 30, 2016 5:36 PM
Our prayers go out to Jill and family. Many fond memories of days at school and in sports with Joe.
A candle was lit by Dean and Norma Meier
on November 30, 2016 5:34 PM
A candle was lit by Jane & Galen Noard
on November 30, 2016 5:31 PM
A candle was lit by Rod Turner
on November 30, 2016 5:04 PM
A candle was lit by Jeff and Annette Morosko
on November 30, 2016 5:00 PM
Message from Bill Noord and family
November 30, 2016 4:59 PM
He was a good man and a good friend and we will miss him .
Message from Diana Franks
November 30, 2016 4:52 PM
The Buysse family has my deepest sympathy for their loss. I don't know anyone that didn't like Joe and he will be missed by many loved ones and friends. For me I was glad to get to know him while being a neighbor and working with both him and Jill.
A candle was lit by Diana Franks
on November 30, 2016 4:46 PM
Message from Matt Nicol
November 30, 2016 4:31 PM
Joe is one of my Hero's,,,,, what more can be said? Jill, and family, I'm very sad to hear of Joe's passing, what a wonderful man. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Matt Nicol
A candle was lit by Gerry and Mary Kay Franks
on November 30, 2016 3:57 PM
Message from Julie Gustafson
November 30, 2016 3:46 PM
My deepest sympathy to all. What a great guy! So sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit by Marie C. Ufheil
on November 30, 2016 3:44 PM
A candle was lit by Julie Gustafson
on November 30, 2016 3:41 PM
A candle was lit by Denise Park
on November 30, 2016 3:29 PM
A candle was lit by Jon & Renee Hamer
on November 30, 2016 3:27 PM
A candle was lit by Roger and Billie Hulting
on November 30, 2016 3:12 PM
Message from Kelly Humphrey
November 30, 2016 1:24 PM
It will not be easy living without the love and support of Joe, it will just be different. And in the days to come please know that I am here for you whenever you need me. My prayers go out to you, Brooke and Josh. I love you Jill
A candle was lit by Lisa McCann
on November 30, 2016 1:10 PM
A candle was lit by David & Bonnie VanDeVelde
on November 30, 2016 11:42 AM
A candle was lit by lyle and Pat Nelms
on November 30, 2016 10:49 AM
A candle was lit by Corey & Evie Junior
on November 30, 2016 10:39 AM
A candle was lit by Loretta Hohenboken
on November 30, 2016 9:31 AM
A candle was lit by Bob and Dawn Schanen
on November 30, 2016 8:54 AM
Message from gary & diane gray
November 30, 2016 7:49 AM
we are so sorry to hear about Joe hope he didn't suffer to much. hang in there Jill he is at peace. you are in our prayers
A candle was lit by Maty and Cindy McNeil Family
on November 30, 2016 7:41 AM
A candle was lit by Ted and Heidi Hamer
on November 30, 2016 7:11 AM
A candle was lit by John and Irene Kemmis
on November 30, 2016 6:03 AM
A candle was lit by Garry and Merry Gernant
on November 30, 2016 5:05 AM
A candle was lit by Chad and Erin Walker
on November 29, 2016 9:20 PM
A candle was lit by Mike & Carol Park
on November 29, 2016 6:45 PM
A candle was lit by Randy & Belinda Minnaert
on November 29, 2016 6:18 PM
A candle was lit by Lee & Dee Lookingbill
on November 29, 2016 5:18 PM
A candle was lit by Matt Nicol
on November 29, 2016 3:44 PM
A candle was lit by Jim and Maryclair Gustafson
on November 29, 2016 2:49 PM
A candle was lit by Pam Ropp
on November 29, 2016 2:24 PM