John Buechner

John Ralph Buechner, age 50, from Stoughton, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 22, 2015. John was born on May 22, 1964 in Sturgeon Bay, WI. He married Lisa (Luft) Buechner on June 6, 1987. John and Lisa were together for more than 30 years and married for 27 years. John was a charismatic, social man who loved his toys. His love of snowmobiles, dirt bikes, and motorcycles will be remembered by all. John was an active member of the Madison Motorcycle Club and was an expert rider. All who knew John enjoyed his wonderful sense of humor and generous nature. John was the owner of Badger Blade and Chain and previously worked in construction. John was an organ donor and through his selflessness, six lives were changed in a single night. In keeping with the way he lived, his spirit lives on now within those people.

John is survived by the love of his life, Lisa; his four-legged buddy, Flex; his father, Leon Buechner (Patti); his mother, Jan Deman (Len); his mother-in-law, Sue Wilcox; three brothers, Greg (Kim), Brad (Ardie), and Brian (Simone'); many nieces and nephews. John is preceded in death by his grandparents, aunts, uncles, his stepfather John O'Connell and many beloved animal companions. John was an exceptional man and all who came into contact with him were better for the experience.

A visitation will be held from 1:00-4:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26, at Cress Funeral Home, 206 W. Prospect St., Stoughton. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the family.