Theresa M. Buchmiller, age 77 of Highland, IL, died Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Aviston Countryside Manor in Aviston, IL.
She was born on Friday, July 14, 1944, in Saint Rose, IL, the daughter of Bernard L. and Rosalia T. (nee Strieker) Schumacher.
On Saturday, May 13, 1967, she married Valentine C. “Val” Buchmiller at St. Rose Catholic Church-St.Rose, IL, who passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019.
She was a member of Saint Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL.
Theresa was born at St. Rose, IL and grew up on the family farm west of St. Rose. She was a 1962 graduate of Mater Dei High School. She had worked briefly as a receptionist for a local veterinarian; and was part of the “Monday Crew” for the Shoppers Review for many years. She also did retail promotions at stores in the area. Theresa was an excellent cook and baker. She was very devoted to her religion, praying the Rosary several times a day, offering special prayers to the Blessed Mother daily and very active in the Perpetual Adoration at St. Joseph Hospital-Highland. Theresa enjoyed playing games with her grandchildren, especially dominos. For many years she assisted her husband with his stained-glass business.
Survivors include: Daughter – Jill C. (A.Wayne) Sinnock, Highland, IL; Son – Tim R. (Fay) Buchmiller, Troy, IL; Grandchildren – Tasha N. Buchmiller; Lucas W.(Fiancée-Rachelle Haake) Buchmiller; Matthew W. Sinnock; Andrew V. Sinnock; Sisters – Rose Mary Venhaus, Aviston, IL; Pat (Jerry) Lampe, Breese, IL; Marge (Ramon) Fabre, Aiea, HI; Martha Weis, Maryville, IL; Sisters In-Law – Joyce Buchmiller, Highland, IL; Jane F. Bircher, Highland, IL; June Miller, Saint Charles, MO; Carol Carrillon, Breese, IL; Louise E. Haar, Highland, IL; Shirley Schumacher; Sandra Buchmiller, Highland, IL; Brother In-Law – Dennis D. (Lynn) Buchmiller, Chesterfield, MO.
She was preceded in death by: Husband – Valentine C. “Val” Buchmiller – Died 10/10/2019; Father – Bernard L. Schumacher – Died 01/22/1976; Mother – Rosalia T. (nee Strieker) Schumacher – Died 01/08/1970; Brothers – Wendelin P. Schumacher – Died11/11/2007; Gervase B. “Gerp” Schumacher – Died 05/16/2004; Joseph Schumacher – Died 05/05/1935 Infant; Thilbert Frederick Schumacher – Died 03/24/1937 at age 3 months; Sister – Georgina Schumacher – Died 03/23/1942 Infant; Brother In-Law – Thomas J. Buchmiller – Died 08/20/1974; Sister In-Law – Connie V. Lape – Died 05/22/1981; Sister In-Law – Shirley A. Tschannen – Died 10/29/2011; Brother In-Law – Felton Tschannen – Died 11/20/2012; Brother In-Law – Donald M. Bircher – Died 10/18/2009; Brother In-Law – Chester J. Miller – Died 10/18/2012; Brother In-Law – Leonard A. Carrillon – Died 11/10/2018; Brother In-Law – Joseph R. Haar – Died 05/07/2017; Sister In-Law – Norma Schumacher – Died 04/15/2008; Brother In-Law – Bernard H. Venhaus – Died 03/26/2019; Brother In-Law – Bernell M. Weis – Died 5/01/2008; Mother In-Law – Eleanor E. Buchmiller – Died 10/21/1995; Father In-Law – Roy P Buchmiller – Died 03/12/1991.
Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL and from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Saint Paul Catholic Church in Highland, IL, with Rev. Fr. Pat G. Jakel, pastor, officiating.
Interment will be at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Highland, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul School Educational Foundation or Mater Dei High School.
