Donna Buchwald Obituary

Age - 79

October 7, 2023

Arcade, NY

Donna Rae Buchwald of Arcade, NY passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Buffalo General Hospital at the age of 79. She was born on March 26, 1944 in Bath, ME and was the daughter of the late Newell and Geraldine (Howe) Swain. As a child, Donna was active in girl scouts, dance, color guard and baton and enjoyed ice skating. She was also a member of the Arcade United Church of Christ Congregational. She drove school bus for Becker Bus Service in Java, NY and covered the Attica school district. Prior to Becker's she was a manager at various local deli departments. Donna is survived by her husband, Robert Buchwald, Sr. who she married on September 20, 1963 in Buffalo; her children: Connie Buchwald of Marilla, Sandra (late John) Bermel of Blasdell, Robin (Scott) Buchwald of Elma, Denise (David) Murray of Clayton, NC, Robert W. (Sherri) Buchwald, Jr. of Alden and Gary Buchwald of Fuquay-Varina, NC; her siblings: Richard (Nancy) Swain of Lakeview, NY, Dennis (Joanne) Swain of Murfreesboro, TN and Dale (LuAnn) Swain of Tonawanda; her sister-in-law, Julia Buchwald of East Aurora; also survived by 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Bonnie Germony and a grandson, Richie Germony. Friends may call on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at the W. S. Davis Funeral Home, 358 Main St. , Arcade where a Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 11am with Pastor Josh Bower officiating. Interment will be held in Curriers Cemetery.

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