Gary J. Buis, 62 of Sterling, IL, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at CGH Medical Center, in Sterling.
He was born on February 23, 1958, in Morrison, IL, the son of Alfred and Florence (Temple) Buis. He attended Albany Grade School and graduated from Fulton High School. He married Karen Wiersema on May 19, 1978. Gary worked as a HVAC Technician with B & D Supply in Rock Falls, IL. He had served as a member of the Coleta Fire Department from 1990 until his retirement in 2019, serving as Fire Chief from 1996-2016. Gary had enjoyed fishing and watching the Cubs and Bears. He adored his grandchildren and enjoyed spending that quality time with them.
Survivors include his wife, Karen; children: Jason (Faith) Buis of Morrison, Josh (Colony) Buis of Sterling, and Michele Buis of Sterling; six grandchildren, Duncan, Vivian, Lillian, Cybil, Vera, and Jude; brothers, Brian (Janel) Buis and Lyle (Chris) Buis, both of Fulton, IL.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Lauren.
A gathering of friends and family will take place on Friday, February 19, 2021, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., at McDonald Funeral Home, 1002 12th Avenue, in Rock Falls, IL.
A private family Service will follow.
A memorial will be established.