March 26, 2015

I want to express my sympathy to the Bucher family. I was sorry to miss Jay’s Celebration of Life service but I was out of town for a week. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love and prayers, Aunt Betty Neff
 

March 23, 2015

Dear Pam, Maryan and family,  How deeply saddened we feel for your loss of a wonderful man, Jay.  RW will miss his great smile and the golf game they both love and shared.  You are in our prayers and thoughts.  Lindsay and RW, SCW, AZ

March 22, 2015

Our condolences to you and your family, sorry for your lost,
 
Gily and Irv Lichty

March 22, 2015

We would like to express our condolences and prays to Jay’s family…  He was a great man and I am glad I knew him.  He was a great friend of my father Walt.  LGH will miss him and what he did for the community… Jay was always smiling when i saw him and he was a true giver of himself to everyone.
Sincerely, Joe and Kristy Legenstein

March 21, 2015

I am so sorry that I was unable to attend Jay’s celebration of life. He and  I met every year for breakfast to stay in touch after he joined LGH. Of the thousands of individuals I worked with in career transition over my career, Jay was the only one who reached out to me yearly to remember his hiring at the hospital. His kindness and positive attitude made these yearly get togethers at the Lyndon diner a true delight.
My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of loss. God bless you all,
 
Barry L. Davis

March 21, 2015

Thinking of your family during this difficult time.  We remember Jay as a great friend and neighbor on Philmont Drive.

March 21, 2015

Dear Pam and Family,  Was shocked to get the news  and feel a great loss.  He was a big part of my Husbands (Bob) legacy.  A little more of Bob is gone now.  I enjoyed all the times we had breakfast and lunches together.  He always kept me up to date on the family, was so proud of his grandchidren.    I can feel your loss as I lost my Husband about 15 years ago and the void is still with me.  I will be praying for God’s comfort for you,  Love and Prayers  Thelma Flory 

March 21, 2015

Jay was a stalwart in the Lancaster Community. My condolenses to the family. I had the pleasure of working with Jay on the Junior Achievement Board.
Thank you Jay for all you did for all those that new you and our community
God Bless and Peace 
Michael c. Kirkham

March 21, 2015

My sincere sympathies to your family. Jay and I worked together in 1995/1996 as the President and VP of the Lancaster Gettysburg College Alumni Assoc. After that we would cross paths every so often at business events. Jay would always greet me in a way that was warming and sincere. I have never met the rest of your family but can imagine your sorrow. I pray for your peace and comfort. Sincerely, Tasha D’Orazio

March 21, 2015

Though it has been many years since Jay and I were together at Ephrata Jr. High School I remember him well.  He was a fine friend and an even finer human being.  His legacy of giving to his classmates, his athletic teammates and to his community will be missed. His good work will live on.  My condolences to his family and friends.  Bruce Thomas, San Francisco, CA

March 20, 2015

Aunt Pam Ali and Josh, Sorry I will not be able to make the funeral. Uncle Jay was an inspiration to excel to be the best you can be in life. I looked up to him as an athlete, friend, and most importantly an Uncle. Love you all. 
JoJo

March 20, 2015

Living in California, I had only a few interactions with Jay while he was helping me establish Wedel Drive at the Health Campus.  But in those few interactions, we became friends.  I’m sure that’s how everyone felt around him.  His warm, generous personality immediately put one at ease.  He leaves a quite a void in his wake that will be very hard to fill.  Thanks Jay.

March 20, 2015

I was a cheerleader for the EHS basketball and football teams when Jay played.  He did us proud!  And it looks as though he never stopped being a compassionate and productive man.  My condolences to his family.
Lova Gehr Njuguna

March 20, 2015

Pam Josh and Ali:   Ron and I send our heartfelt condolences to all the Bucher family.  J-bird (as we so affectionately called him), will be truly missed.  We had such good times with you when you were our “back-door” neighbors.  Remember watching professional tennis and the last minute BBQ’s we put together?   And we will never forget the sing alongs at the Colebrook Tavern.   Jay was always upbeat no matter the situation and  made us feel part of YOUR family.  Big hugs to you all.   Fran & Ron Stefany 

March 20, 2015

So very sad to hear of Jay’s passing. He was a classmate at Ephrata High and was always such a warm, caring individual. It was good to see him at our last class reunion. Warmest regards to his family, friends and colleagues. I know he leaves behind an legacy of honor and an empty place that will never be filled.

March 20, 2015

Jay spent time with with my father when he was facing his own battle with Melenoma.  We appreciated his time and insights to the process and are very thank you.  Our condolences to the family, and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
–Mark Myers
 

March 20, 2015

Even though I didn’t know Jay that well, I knew what a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and human being he was.  I know he will be missed very much by all who loved him, especially his wife, Pam, and his entire family.  Praying for God’s comfort and peace to surround the family and loved ones in these difficult days ahead.  God bless!  Love, Sandy Heisey

March 20, 2015

Jay was an insperation to all who knew him. We were blessed to have him pass  through our lives. His good deed continue on. And he lives on in our hearts and minds.

March 20, 2015

Jay was my mentor when I worked in Development for The Salvation Army here in Lancaster.  Despite his illness he was always willing to take time for me.  I appreciated his honesty and care for others.  He will be missed. – Stu Metzler

March 20, 2015

I ran into Jay in the halls of LGH last fall when my dad was diagnosed with cancer. Jay kindly comforted me and assured me that my dad was right where he should be, in the hands of professionals. I didn’t know that Jay was struggling with his own condition at the time. He believed in his purpose and in LGH, and was truly a good person. He will be missed by many. 
Chris Trendler

March 19, 2015

To all of you I send send my sincere condolences. I always appreciated the support Mr Bucher offered all of us on the MTHS tennis team. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Fondly, Kristin Davis Cohen

March 19, 2015

Jay was a fantastic human being. Soft spoken, kind and always engaging. His positivity and enthusiasm made your day. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Jim Mays

March 19, 2015

Well, this is certainly very sad news.  I moved away from Ephrata more than 40 years ago and have forgotten much!  However, I do still remember Jay fondly.  He made us all proud members of the class of ’68.  Warm regards to his loving family.  Kathy (Baczynski) Hawkins.

March 19, 2015

I have seen Jay just 3 times since High School graduation in 1968, but he was an outstanding and balanced person even back then, and I see from a scan of his life since that he remained outstanding, straightforward and honest. That smile – I recognize Jay from it even now. My heart went to my throat when I learned of his passing today. My sincere condolences to the family – he was a good and great man. Kurt von Nieda

March 19, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. I work at Lgh. I did not know Jay Bucher personally but did know he was a gentleman and a very kind man. He did a lot for LGH and the Lancaster community. He will be missed by all.
Tom Perugini

March 19, 2015

Jay Bucher was a wonderful colleague and above all a gentleman. He committed his career at Lancaster General to building relationships in our community and helping to support every major endeavor that helped to improve the care and services that support Lancaster County.  He always had a smile and his focus, even through his illness, was always on the positive.  I will miss him every day. 
Pam and family my thoughts are with you.  Thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with all of us at LGH.   
Stacey Youcis

March 19, 2015

Dear Pam, Ali & Josh,
Jay was a good friend and Wonderful Mentor.  I am forever greatful for his kind guidance.   His giving spirit, love for his family, friends and community is evident by his many accomplishments.  His infectious smile and kind personally will be missed by all.  I’m sure you are given comfort knowing our lord has greeted him with wide open arms. My Deepest Sympathy!
Kim Albright Reinfried

March 19, 2015

Such a wonderful man! LG Health and the Lancaster community will miss Jay and his contagious smile.
God Bless you all,  Carol McCall

March 19, 2015

Jay has been such a wonderful neighbor to us for the past 22 years. He has always been so friendly and helpful. He looked out for all of his neighbors especially in the winter when he would have all of our driveways cleared sometimes before we knew it had even snowed.   Jay loved to feed the birds and every year ducks would flock to his feeders. He enjoyed them so much. Jay was such a happy down to earth man even in the face of his battle with cancer; he was so proud of his familly and just seemed to love life.  Our deepest sympathy goes out to Pam, Alison, Josh and all of his family. Please know that we share in your grief. Laura and Herb Loudenslager

March 19, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to Jay’s family.  He was a wonderful gentleman and a true professional. He was so helpful to all of his colleagues in the fundraising profession.  He will be greatly missed by the entire Lancaster community.  Greg Pierce

March 19, 2015

It has been an honor to work for such an important, charismatic man.  I feel truly blessed just to have known him. J. Robertson

March 19, 2015

I was extremely saddened to learn of Jay’s passing.  He was always such a positive man, very dedicated to his family and did much to further the quality of life here in Lancaster County.  He will be greatly missed.  My sincere condolences to the Bucher family.  Chuck Few

March 19, 2015

Jay’s smile and energy were contagious. He had a positive impact on everyone around him. He will be very missed. Thoughts and love to his family and close friends. Sincerely, Connie Buckwalter

March 19, 2015

For the entire Bucher family, we are so sorry to learn of Jay’s passing. You will be in our prayers for God to comfort you during this difficult time. Jay was one-of-a-kind! Always with a smile and a pleasant greeting. A terrific guy who will be missed greatly. He did so much for LGH, and the Lancaster community has lost a great leader.
Sincerely, Harry and Eileen Flick

March 19, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I first met Jay playing basketball against him in high school.  Over the years I always ran into him and sporting or professional and social events.  He was a true gentleman and always had a smile.  He will be missed by many.
 
Barry Solodky

March 19, 2015

My condolences to the entire Bucher family.   I had the pleasure of working with Jay at National Central Bank.  He always treated everyone with respect and was a joy to work with.   May you find peace in comfort in all the wonderful memories you had with him over the years. 

March 19, 2015

To the Bucher family: Jay was truly a wonderful boss and friend. His presense here in the office will be missed greatly – he was an inspiration to everyone who came through these doors in one way or another. His upbeat attitude, in spite of his long battle with the disease, was an example to each of us here, every day that he continued to press forward. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you and may God give you peace and comfort during this time of great loss.

March 19, 2015

Deepest sympathy to the entire Bucher family from Coach Sassaman and the entire Manheim Township High School baseball family.  There is a heavy heart filled with sadness at Westfield Park today. 

March 19, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  Joann (Ellis) Cooper
 

March 18, 2015

To the entire Bucher family, please accept my heartfelt condolence at this time of deep sorrow.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Jay was my fraternity brother at Gettysburg College, and one of the finest persons I have had the privilege of knowing.  May he rest in peace in eternal life with our Heavenly Father.  Mark Steinitz.

March 18, 2015

What a remarkable man!  Jay was sincere, soft spoken, always upbeat, helpful with no pretense.  I learned a lot from him in both style and substance.  He is deeply missed and I grieve with all those who loved him.  Phil Wenger–Isaac’s, LGH

March 18, 2015

To the entire Bucher family, my most heart-felt condolances on your loss.  Jay was an wonderful man who had a tremendous impact on the lives he touched.  He will be missed.  Duane Crouse