Obit: Buffington, Gerald F. (1932 - 2009)
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Surnames: Buffington, Winzenried, Wink, Buffington-Hanson, Rondorf, Pankratz, Moran

----Source: Marshfield News Herald (Wood Co., Wis.) Thursday, 12 Mar. 2009

Buffington, Gerald F. (14 Mar. 1932 - 10 Mar. 2009)

ROTHSCHILD -- Gerald "Buff" F. Buffington, passed into eternal life, peacefully, at home in Rothschild, with his family by his side Tuesday, March 10, 2009.

He is survived by his wife, Odelia "Breezie" (Winzenried) Buffington; one brother, Bill (Peggy) Buffington, Brillion; one sister, Carol Buffington, Green Bay; three sons, Daniel Buffington, Rothschild, Tom (Paula) Buffington, Tomahawk, and Steve (Brenda) Buffington, Rothschild; two daughters; Cindy (Rob) Wink, Green Bay, and Beth Buffington-Hanson, Tomahawk; and 11 grandchildren, Amanda, Tim, Matthew, Joey, Jenny, Christopher, Matt, Amanda, Bobby, Becky and Jessica.

Jerry was born in Marshfield on March 14, 1932, to George and Nora (Rondorf) Buffington. Jerry was married to Odelia "Breezie" Winzenried on Aug. 7, 1954.

Jerry attended NCTI College in Wausau, earning his associate's degree in mechanical design. He worked at Zimpro for 32 years and enjoyed many years of retirement residing in Rothschild with Odelia.

In August of 2004, Jerry and Breezie celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, surrounded by many family and friends.

He was a kind and gentle man who gave his time to anyone who needed it. During his daily telephone conversations with his children and grandchildren, he was so proud to say he was "alive and kicking."

Jerry enjoyed listening to Wisconsin Public Radio ("Prairie Home Companion"), reading, sitting on his porch in the Northwoods, being an avid card player, and building projects that included his home and cabin. He was especially proud of his grandchildren, which included talking baseball and watching the games. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and keeping up with their busy lives.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Jim Buffington, Don Buffington, Jack Buffington and George Buffington; two sisters, Mary Pankratz and Delores Moran.

Services will be held on Jerry's 77th birthday, Saturday, March 14, 2009, at St. Mark Catholic Parish, 602 Military Road, Rothschild. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. followed with Mass at 11 a.m.