John (Johnny) Buscher, 82, of Cedar Rapids crossed over at 10:30 AM on Tuesday March 1st in Weslaco, TX, surrounded by his children and partner Marcia. Brosh Chapel in Cedar Rapids is assisting the family.

Johnny was born in Dundee, IA on February 2, 1934, the first child of John Peter and Pearl (Besler) Buscher.  He graduated from High School in Lamont, IA in 1952 and then served 4 years in the Navy during the Korean War.

He married Ercyle Jean McQueen on Feb 16, 1957 in Cedar Rapids and was employed by Quaker Oats for 44 years and played a leadership role in the RWDSU Local 110.  As a proud, active veteran Johnny participated in the Honor Flight to DC sponsored by Quaker Oats in 2014.

Johnny was an avid outdoorsman that shared his love of camping, hunting & fishing with family and friends.  Johnny and Marcia enjoyed spending the winters in Donna, TX with their many friends.

Johnny is survived by his partner Marcia Humphrey, sons Jeff (Kayle) Buscher of Liberty, MO. Craig (Peg) Buscher of Bondurant, IA. Daughter Marcey (Jerry) Northrup of Cedar Rapids, brother Galen (Brenda) Buscher of Swisher, IA. sisters Judith (Wayne) Kinney of Cedar Rapids, Joyce (Tony) Burg of Cedar Rapids, 6 grandchildren and several nephews and nieces.

Johnny was preceded in death by his wife Ercyle, son Scott, brother Marvin, father John and mother Pearl.

A Celebration of Life event will be held at 2PM on Saturday April 23rd at Holy Redeemer Luther Church in Cedar Rapids with a reception to follow the service at the Moose Lodge on West Post Road at 3PM.

Those who knew Johnny will remember his strong opinions, unreserved truth-telling and willingness to help his neighbor.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be directed to the family.