Mabel Buschman
January 22, 1931 - October 21, 2011
Mabel Buschman, 80, of Remington, died at 11:07 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2011 at her residence. She was born January 22, 1931 in Remington to the late Herman and Anna (Knapp) Waibel. She graduated from Gilboa High School in 1949. Her marriage was to Forrest Buschman on June 23, 1957 in Bethany Chapel near Remington. He preceded her in death on October 1, 2003. She lived in Remington her entire life, and was a member of the First Christian Church and the Dorcus Club, both in Remington. She worked at Better Coil & Magnitek in Goodland for several years, and helped her husband farm until 1974. Mabel enjoyed quilting, needle point, gardening, traveling, cooking and baking. Surviving is a son, Robin Buschman (wife: Beverly) and a brother, Ralph Waibel (wife: Helen) both of Remington. Mabel cherished the time she spent with her two grandchildren, Cole Buschman of Remington and Callie Buschman of Greenwood. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Lloyd and Clyde Waibel. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. (EST) Monday, October 24, 2011 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. (EST) Tuesday, October 25, 2011 also at the funeral home with Rev. Randy Sparks officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Gilboa Cemetery in Fowler. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society.