Charleen Ann Buchanan
July 13, 1949 - June 01, 2016
Obituary
CROSS PLAINS-Charleen A. "Char" Buchanan, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2016. She was born on July 13, 1949 in Madison, the daughter of Wilbert and Betty (Brings) Schulenberg. Char was united in marriage to Ray Buchanan on January 7, 1967 in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Cross Plains. He preceded her in death on October 1, 2001. She was a 1967 graduate of Middleton High School. Char worked at Dairyland Sentry Insurance for 28 years as a claims adjuster before joining Hausmann-Johnson , retiring after 15 years as a claims counselor. On July 14, 2007 she married Mark Pertzborn. Char is survived by her husband, Mark Pertzborn; her children Ray (Joylin) Buchanan and Julie (Chris) Watson; grandchildren, Teryn and Quinn Buchanan and Magnolia Watson; mother Betty Schulenberg; two brothers, "Hubby" (Paulette) Schulenberg and Steve (Artie) Schulenberg; step-children, Marci (Colin) Hughes and Tom (Abby) Pertzborn; step-grandchildren, Liam, Owen and Braeden Hughes; her mother-in-law, Charlotte "Sally" Richardson and a brother-in-law, Harlan (Bonnie) Buchanan. In addition to her husband Ray Buchanan, Char was preceded in death by her father Wilbert Schulenberg. Memorial Services will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2947 Thinnes Street, Cross Plains at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016 with Father Thomas Kelley presiding. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Agrace HospiceCare for their loving care of Char.Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Service
Sat Jun 4, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (Cross Plains) • 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528
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Kay Ellen Pertzborn
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I am so very sorry Mark and extend this to the family. Char was a sweet loving woman of many accomplishments who will be missed by so many. Char fought a courageous battle soothed by your love and care. She is now at peace. May you draw strength from knowing that others are in this with you, standing beside you with reassurance and love.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
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Bonnie B
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I remember watching the moon landing with you , Ray and Harlan, and toothpicks and ashes in the carpet. You are one of the people in the world I would have chosen for a friend were you not my sister in heart. You always planted and harvested an amazing garden. You have taken great care of Ray's and Harlan's mother. I know how much you loved your kids and grandkids. I shall miss our hour long phone conversations. Love you, Bonnie B
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Susan Weatherwax
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Mark, our hearts and prayers are with you. Char was a kind and loving person . Please know that we care and are thinking of you at this time. Susie and Roy Weatherwax
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Tammy Nelson
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Ray Ray - so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was too young. I am sure you have many wonderful memories of her. David and I are thinking of you. Our sympathies to your family.
David and Tammy Nelson
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Dick Loftsgordon
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I first met Charlene when Sentry and Dairyland offices merged. I quickly realized she was special. She was a fantastic claims person as well as a fantastic person overall. I'm traveling in California and will miss the service. My sincere condolences to the family.
-Dick Loftsgordon
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JoAnn Spring
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Memories are coming back of the times when Char, Linda and I hung out during our high school days. Girly conversations, sipping soda, some good memories.