Robert John Buksar, 74 of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026. He was born January 8, 1952, in Gary, IN, to the late John and Margaret (Zambory) Buksar. Bob graduated from Andrean High School, and made his career as a carpenter with US Steel for 36 years. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, going fishing, and hunting. Bob lived his life like a man with a plan, and never knew a stranger. Bob was a loving and devoted family man, who prioritized his wife, children, and grandchildren over everything else. His life lit up when the grandchildren were around, and Bob was very intentional about making sure they had wonderful memories together. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and dearly missed every day.
On May 19, 1973, Bob married the love of his life, Pamela White, who survives, along with their children: Jacob (Jennifer) Buksar and Jennifer (Benjamin) Moore; grandchildren: Jack and Abbey Moore, and Ryan Buksar; and brother, James Buksar. He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Trelo; and brothers: John Buksar and Richard Buksar.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, IN. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 509 W. Division Rd., Valparaiso, IN. Entombment to follow at Calumet Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Bob’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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To Bob’s beloved Pam and family, We have never known such courage and strength that Bob had through the years. May he rest in peace now, -Cousin Janis and Bill Novack
To the Family, Bob was not just a coworker at USS Steel he was a true friend. We always compared how much snow we would get in the winter. How many times we plowed our driveways. He would always say if my garage is open then stop by. I would stop in and we would sit at the back of his pole barn talking about everything going on in each other's life. We would laugh and enjoy each other's company & conversation. He was a kind and gentle person and I will miss our talks and our friendship. Goodbye my friend, we will meet again.... You friend, -Donnie Cobb
Bob will be missed by all his many friends and most of all by his own family. -Nicholas Sgouros
Bob and I many good times together. A group of us from US Steel would meet once a month and have a few beers and wings enjoying each other’s company and also joking around with each other Half of our group has passed but I always think about the good times we had together l hope you rest in peace my friend. -Dale Harvoth
Saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. A loving and good man. Pam and Bobby were always welcoming and smiling. Sorry you had so many medical trials throughout your lifetime. Thanks for the great family reunion many years ago. Now, rest in peace. -Cousin Lorri Skolak
