BUCHES

STEPHEN JAMES "JIM"

Age 76, of Highland Park, on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Beloved husband of 42 years of Laurie J. (Shannon) Buches; loving father of Stephen James (Amy) Buches, Sarah Shannon Buches and Anne Catherine (Jon) McHenry; cherished grandpa of Addison Buches, Michaela Buches, James Buches, Cameron McHenry, Owen McHenry and the late Stephen James Buches; son of the late Stephen James and Helen Jean (Pforsich) Buches; brother of David (Susan) Buches, Tom (Dana) Buches, Tim (Tammy) Buches, the late Mary Buches and George Buches; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jim graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and was recruited to play college football at the University of Notre Dame. After earning his bachelor's degree, he continued his education at West Virginia University, achieving a law degree. He began practicing law as an attorney in Pittsburgh, where he met his wife, Laurie, and started a family, raising their three children in the Highland Park neighborhood. Jim will be remembered for his larger than life character and stature, which was complimented by a heart of gold. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to many. He enjoyed many years of family get-togethers, most notably beach vacations, extended family picnics, and celebrations over the holidays. He was an avid reader, sports enthusiast, movie connoisseur, and could usually be found listening to classic rock while cooking or gardening on the weekends. Above all else, he enjoyed being with his family and will be deeply missed by them. Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service at the funeral home, on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Savior Cemetery (Gibsonia, PA).