Joseph C. Buergler
December 6, 1925 ~ February 22, 2017
Joseph C. Buergler, 91, Indianapolis, passed away February 22, 2017. Mr. Buergler was born December 6, 1925, in Indianapolis, to the late Joe and Ida (Ferry) Buergler.
He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard as a Seaman First Class during World War II. While he was in the service, he met the love of his life, Dorothy Anne Gibson. They were married on August 21, 1948, in San Francisco. Their union lasted 65 years before she passed away in December 2013. Joe was also preceded in death by his brother, Louis and brother-in-law, Ray Massing.
Joe began a 40 year career in banking with the Madison Avenue State Bank in 1948 as a teller. He retired from the Indiana National Bank in 1987 as Executive Vice President. Joe served as President of the Perry Township High School Building Committee and as President of the St. Francis Hospital Advisory Board. Always involved in his community, he was also member of the Knights of Columbus and Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church.
Joe was an avid golfer and was a longtime member of the Country Club of Indianapolis. He also enjoyed tennis, fishing, working in his yard, spending time with loved ones, and especially traveling the world with Dot. They are now enjoying their nightly martini together.
Survivors include his seven children, Carol Sandefer, Alaine Melfi (Ralph), Dianne Cutri (Frank), Barbara Davis (Larry), David Buergler (Bee), Paul Buergler, and Laurie Gates (Steve); sister, Beatrice Massing Clark (Lyle); brother, Ed Buergler (Marge); sister-in-law, Betty Buergler; nineteen grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren.
Friends and family will gather on Sunday, February 26, 2017, 2 – 6 p.m., at Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street (US Hwy. 31 South). The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m., Monday, February 27, 2017, in Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church, with calling there from 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Indiana, 9100 Purdue Road, Ste. 203, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Words cannot express the loss of Joe, our friend for over 70 years. You were part of our family. Will always remember all the fishing trips we had. We will never forget you. Milly and Morrie Faulk,
Joe and Dorothy were all anyone could hope for in a father and mother-in-law. Always warm, loving, and supportive since day one. They have passed that along to all their children making all seven not only great in-laws but true friends. What a legacy to pass along enabling their spirit to live on. They both lived loving full lives surrounded by friends that enjoyed so many great times together traveling or just at home with “club” gatherings. These are two people who never will be forgotten and loved forever. I’m thankful to call them family. Rest in peace Joe and Dot, Mom and Dad #2. Frank Cutri
I am sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. My condolences to all of the family and friends.
Sorry for your loss. Another “married couples club member ” gone. Joe was in my dad’s wedding – Joe and Betty Miller. I fondly remember all the club members coming to mom and dad’s. My sympathies to the family.
Alaine, Carol and Diane, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. My Dad always talked fondly about him. Perhaps they will welcome him to club again on Saturday night. We like to think that continues on. Such a great group of couples is a rare thing!
So sorry for your loss, we love you all very much, Joe will be missed and knowing that he will be enjoying eternity with his beloved wife Dot will bring you peace. My condolences to you and your family,
I remember your mother and father, Laurie, from when we live in The Oakes many years ago. They were wonderful people. I am sure they will be missed. My best to you and your family! Cal and Susan Persohn
I was saddened to hear of your dad’s passing. He and your mom were good friends of my parents. I have many happy memories of seeing them over the years when they came to a Club gathering at our house or for special occasions like a wedding. Now there are but a few left from the original club of married couples who met regularly every month for 50+ years. Amazing!
Thank you very much. They certainly loved all of their friends from the neighborhood!