Vivian R. Buchelt, 85 of Crown Point, moved to Heaven Sunday, February 22, 2026. She was born on December 21, 1940 in Elgin, Illinois and was a graduate of Portage High School in 1960. Vivian was a member of Christ Community Church, where she was very active in the children’s ministry and prayer ministry. Vivian was loved by many in her church community and worked to stay connected and prayed for them through the years. She enjoyed collecting ceramic angels and dancing figurines, and had them displayed throughout their home.
Vivian married Warner Paul Buchelt in July of 1990, who survives along with three sons, Scot R. (Shelly) Buchelt, Stephen Paul (Diane) Buchelt, and Robin Buchelt; daughter, Linda Spaulding; grandchildren, Valerie Lawson, Stephen Buchelt, Sara Buchelt, Bryan Paul (Amy) Buchelt, Laura Buchelt, Erin (Jeff) Staum, Robynn Buchelt, Allyson (Joe) Ellegood, Jayme Buchelt, Whitney (Zander) Herold, Benjamin Paul (Molly) Buchelt, and Viktor Buchelt; and many great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter-in-law, Diane Dale.
A Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 10:00-11:00 AM in the Chapel of Hope at Calvary Church 1325 E. Evans Ave., Valparaiso, with a Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 AM. Private burial will take place at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Church (Calvary 30).
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Vivian was so very nice to myself and my family. She welcomed us many times into their home. She truly loved the Lord and her life expressed that beautifully. My sincere condolences to Warner, Steve, Diane and family. -Cheryl Garrett
Vivian was my cousin and knew her all my life, from her babysitting my siblings and I to adulthood. It was very obvious she loved the Lord even though struggling with many physical ailments throughout her life. Gary and I would like Warner to know that we are thinking about him and praying for peace during this heartbreaking time. Vivian was preceded in death not only by her parents, but by her sister, Diane Pawlowski and brother, Randall Schmidt. -Pam and Gary Buhman
Vivian was my Cousin but being that she graduated from High School the same year I was born she had always seemed like more of an Aunt to me. It never made a difference if you had seen her 2 days ago or if years had passed she always had a warm and caring concern for all family no matter what she may have been going through herself. Our prayers go out to Warren during this time and we want him to know Vivian will be very much missed by all. -Walter and Dianna Cunningham
Sending heartfelt condolences to Warner and the Buchelt Family. Praying for comfort and peace in your loss.. For strength when the days are long, and the assurance of God’s faithful love to embrace your heart. Sincerely, -Sandy Hill
