On October 11, 2017, Marie B. Bucy peacefully took Jesus hand and went home. She passed away at Broadwater Health Center in Townsend surround by her children. She was 92 years old. Mom was born March 18, 1925, to Orson and Nell (Weaver) Edens in Kalispell, Montana. She was raised in Townsend except for a short time in Port Arthur, Texas. Her father died September 2, 1928. In 1932, Jerry H. Stockburger became her father, and she was welcomed into the extended Stockburger family.
Mom started school at four in the rural school where her mom taught and graduated in 1942 from Broadwater County High School. In 1947, she married the love of her life, Robert Bucy enjoying 52 years together. Together they raised daughter Trudi and two sons, Jerry and Bill. She often remarked that it was amazing that an only child ended up a part of a family of 3 children, eleven grandchildren 2 step granddaughters, and 27 great grandchildren.
Her favorite career was as wife, mom, grandmother and homemaker with some supplemental adventures in retail and as partner to Dad in his many business ventures. Mom retired in 1993 after 20 years at Francisco Pharmacy where she loved the student workers and the many children who shopped at the candy counter. Many called her Grandma.
Mom’s favorite times were those spent with family and friends. Children, grandchildren and great grandchildren found Grandma’s cookie jar as they came through the door to visit. She loved to garden, canning and freezing the produce. Her apple butter was a favorite gift at each Christmas in the last few years. Mom bowled for over 50 years and faithfully attended the State Bowling tournament each year. A favorite highlight was attending the National Bowling Tournament in Reno in 2004. She loved to sew, making many outfits for her children and grandchildren and having them model at Christmas for many photographs. Many fun times were spent camping and fishing with Dad. Many memorable family gatherings took place at Canyon Ferry Lake.
Mom was a member of Townsend United Methodist Church. Over the years, she was in Home Extension Club, played pinochle and enjoyed Craft Club.
Marie is survived by daughter, Trudi (Ken) Downer of Molt; sons Jerry Bucy and Bill (Vickie) Bucy of Townsend, seven granddaughters, three grandsons, two step granddaughters, twenty-seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, her parents, granddaughter Carlee Downer and great grandson Troy Bucy.
A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of Broadwater Health Center for their love and care over the last eighteen months.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday October 16th at The United Methodist Church, 200 N. Cedar St. in Townsend. A graveside service will immediately follow the service at Deep Creek Cemetery. A reception will follow the graveside service in the fellowship hall of the church. Memorials may be made to the Carlee Downer Memorial Youth Camp Fund, Box 81, Molt, MT 59057 or to Townsend United Methodist Church, 200 No. Cedar, Townsend, MT 59644. Please see below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Marie.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday October 16, 2017
The United Methodist Church
200 N. Cedar St.
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Immediately following the memorial service
Monday October 16, 2017
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend, Montana 59644
Reception
Immediately following the graveside service
Monday October 16, 2017
Fellowship Hall of Church
200 N. Cedar St.
Townsend, Montana 59644
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday October 16, 2017
The United Methodist Church
200 N. Cedar St.
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Immediately following the memorial service
Monday October 16, 2017
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend, Montana 59644
Reception
Immediately following the graveside service
Monday October 16, 2017
Fellowship Hall of Church
200 N. Cedar St.
Townsend, Montana 59644
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Teresa Graham says
Trudy, Jerry and Bill, I am so very sorry to for your loss. Marie was always a favorite of mine and my family. I never saw her without a warm smile and embrace. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. I apologize I will be unable to make it to her memorial but will have you all in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate an amazing life well lived. Teresa Graham
Art Graham says
I send heartfelt condolences to all especially Trudi and Jerry, great friends of long ago. We sure need not focus on the “Condolence” aspect. Mrs. Bucy never was known to hang her head..she brought forth to all of us a happy spirit and joyous conversation. How fortunate I was to be a classmate to with her daughter, a friend of her son AND a scorekeeper for her bowling. She was one of the fun ones in league bowling. Also Mrs. Bucy followed us teens in our successes and encouraged us with praise. She was a great friend to so many, and how celebratory we should be knowing that she brought forth her pleasant personality for 92 years still bowlng into her late 70’s!!! A great life … Let’s be joyful in her memory.
Susie Ryan says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Trudi, Jerry, Bill and your families. Marie was so smart, talented, kind and loving. She had a great sense of humor.
I loved her joy for life and the sound of her laughter. HUGS to you all!
Susie Ryan
Nikki Downer says
Although we cannot be with you all tomorrow to celebrate the life of this amazing woman, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and send many, many hugs your way. God bless your family and all the friends who loved her. Alan and Nikki
Luke Duran says
Many good memories of Marie. She was a sweet, kind lady, and I’m grateful of the times 8 enjoyed with her. My condolences to her family.
Teena Leanhart says
My love to all the family. Marie was a wonderful woman who cherished family. Many good memories of gatherings. Hugs to everyone.
Debi Sullivan says
The angels looked down from heaven one night
They searched for miles afar,
And deep within the distance
They could see a shining star.
They knew that very instant
That the star was theirs to gain,
So they took you up to heaven
Forever to remain.
Look down on us from heaven
Keep us free from hurt and pain,
You’ll always be within her heart
Until you meet again.
Much love and hugs to all the Bucy clan!