Bennie Bucher

Bennie Bucher, 87, of New Philadelphia died peacefully Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at his home.

Born July 20, 1924 in New Philadelphia he was a son of the late Francis and Alice Williams Bucher. Bennie was also preceded in death by his wife and love of his life, Viola "Doddie" Bucher on May 12, 2010 and sister, Madge Bente.

Bennie retired as the owner and operator of the former Boyd's Shoe Store in Millersburg. He also proudly served his country during WW II with the US Army.

Bennie is survived by his son, Ronnie Bucher of New Philadelphia.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at New Philadelphia. A memorial service celebrating Bennie's life will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at New Philadelphia with Rev. Brian Flood officiating. Friends can call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Interment will be in the Evergreen Burial Park at New Philadelphia. Following the burial, a luncheon will be held in the Toland-Herzig Monarch Center. Those wishing to express their fondest memories of Bennie may do so by visiting the on line obituaries and flowers link on the funeral homes website.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice at 716 Commercial Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663.