John L. Bueschel

John L. Bueschel, 71, of Waterloo, IL, passed away on October 19, 2025 in Creve Coeur, MO, surrounded by his family after a tenacious fight with cancer. He was born on December 9, 1953 in E. St. Louis, IL. He was the only child of Archie and Mary (Mauess) Bueschel who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife Brenda Bueschel whom he married on August 23, 1980; his son Brendan; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, as well as tons of nieces and nephews from 4 generations.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Archie and Mary (nee Manuess) Bueschel; in-laws Joseph and Catherine (nee Smith) Branson; brothers-in-law Richard Branson and Alvin Mehrtens Jr.; sister-in-law Jeanette Branson; nephew Bill Branson; and niece Mendy Mehrtens.

John was an avid fan of STL Blues Hockey and the STL Cardinals. His passion for baseball was shared with his father and his son.

He was a man of few words but when he spoke, most people listened.

John could build or fix anything except plumbing, but if you needed something exactly measured, he was the "Go to Guy." He loved to travel and fish with family.

He was a retired Regional Station Manager for Amtrak.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to:
the Family for Brendan's care

Visitation:
4 PM to 8 PM Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
9 AM to 10 AM Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL

Funeral Service:
10 AM Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
     Pastor Patrick Poole officiating
Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Maeystown, IL