Theodore F. Buchler (USN Veteran) and Marilyn June Buchler. Family and friends mourn the recent deaths of Theodore (Ted) Buchler and his wife Marilyn. Marilyn June Harvey Buchler passed December 14, 2022 and Ted passed December 17, 2022. Ted and Marilyn married on September 24, 1949. They celebrated 73 years of marriage this year. Their lives together were filled with friends, family, sports, and travel. They were long time members of St. Christina Catholic church and parish, Mt. Greenwood, Chicago. They recently moved to Peace Village in Palos Park, Illinois from Chicago’s Mt. Greenwood neighborhood. Ted and Marilyn were known for the fun and laughter they shared with all. Ted and Marilyn loved their four children, 10 grandchildren, their spouses, and 14 great-grandchildren immensely! They are survived by Daughter Sue (husband Mike) O’Connell; Son Rich (the late Linda) Buchler; Son Gary (wife Karen) Buchler; Daughter Karen (the late Dan) Plefka. Their grandchildren are Jim (Christine) Heatherly, Wendy (Phil) Hinojosa, Mike (Shelby) Buchler, Joe Buchler, Lizz (Adrian) Molina, Kristi (Andrew) Buchler Fuhr, Nick (Joanna) Plefka, Lauren (Cody) Wilkinson, Kelsey (Erik Gutekunst) Plefka, Ana (fiancé Alex Rosenblum) Plefka. Their great-grandchildren are: Calynn, Ryan, Nate, Lainey, Drew, Chace, Alex, Jacob, Raiden, Kathryn, Luke, Emeri, Theodore, and Chloe. Each child can tell amazing stories of the love they showed to each of them. Their dedication to their family and extensive list of friends is legendary. Theodore was born October 19, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois to parents Adolph and Anna Buchler. Ted graduated from Calumet High school and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He proudly served our country in World War II. After discharge, he began a career in the telephone industry, retiring in 1981. After retirement, he traveled, played golf, created woodworking projects, collected John Wayne memorabilia, played and watched sports, and spent time with his family and friends. Ted was active in the Marist Fathers Club while sons attended Marist. At the end of the day, he could be found relaxing with a cigar and nice glass of scotch. Marilyn was born January 17, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois to parents Harold and Coleta Harvey. She graduated from Academy of Our Lady. She met and married Ted and dedicated her life to family. She loved to bowl, and had a friendly rivalry about Cubs and White Sox with Ted. She was a thoughtful and dear friend to all, and never missed sending a card for every birthday, anniversary, or holiday. Ted suffered a stroke on December 13, 2022 and his final journey began. Marilyn was told the news and she made plans to see him the next day. She died peacefully in her sleep that night. Then Ted died soon thereafter. This ended a wonderful love story that brought joy to all who knew them. Their family and friends are sad at their passing yet know they left everyone better during their time here. They are together again in heaven. Visitation Wednesday 9:00 A.M. until time of prayers 10:45 A.M. at Lawn Funeral Home 17909 S 94th ave Tinley Park Il 60487 to Our lady of the Woods Church Mass 11:30 A.M. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Honor Flight Chicago or the charity of your choice. (708) 532-3100.