Marta Sue Buscher

Marta (Marty) Hanig Buscher, April 1, 1944 – October 22, 2023 Marta (Marty) Sue Buscher was born to Nick and Juene Hanig on April 1, 1944. Yes, she was an April fools’ baby, and boy did she experience many pranks by friends over the years. Marty was a middle child and had both a sister, Jana, and brother, Stephen. She grew up in Waterloo, Iowa, and graduated from Columbus High School in 1962. After graduation, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska to attend business school. She met her husband, Chuck, in Omaha. They married in 1965 and celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary this past April. Marty and Chuck had three children, Kris, Pam, and Scott. Their first homes were in Omaha and Ralston before moving to Ginger Cove in Valley. Marty was a homemaker and took great pride in keeping her home immaculate and was an excellent cook and entertainer. While the kids were growing up, she never missed a game, recital, or school event. She was even known to be the loudest voice in the crowd. Many referees of the kids’ games can attest to that! She was a second mom to a lot of her children’s friends over the years. She always welcomed them with a hug, homemade cookie, or additional word for their 9th grade vocabulary notebook. Marty was very active in the community. She volunteered at church, taught CCD, and served during Lenten fish fries and funeral luncheons. She was a proud Booster club member for the Valley Terriers, and was also an active volunteer at Valhaven Nursing Home, where she did weekly manicures and hosted residents at her home for picnics and pontoon boat rides. Marty was a faithful friend and never missed an opportunity to help someone in need. She was even honored as the Woman of the Year in Valley for her philanthropic work. Marty was a die-hard Husker fan and attended many games and bowl games over the years. She loved entertaining friends in her home, and was known for playing an occasional prank on her friends and giving everyone a good laugh. During their time in Valley, Marty and Chuck made many lifelong friends. When the kids were out cruising town and sometimes getting into trouble, Marty and Chuck could always be found at one of their favorite local eateries: Farmer Brown’s, Elbees, or the Longbranch. After the children were raised, Marty and Chuck moved from Valley to an acreage outside of Elkhorn. Her big kitchen never got a rest. She continued hosting gatherings of family and friends for many years to come. Kris, Pam, and Scott all married and gave Marty and Chuck eight precious grandchildren to love and cherish. They are also Great Grandparents to the four newest additions to the family. Along with much joy over the years, Marty and Chuck experienced a parent’s greatest pain when they lost their only son, Scott in 2020 at 49 years old. Following Scott’s passing, Marty bravely faced, not one, but two, battles with cancer. She couldn’t have done it without the love and support of her family and friends. The courage she showed during the past 3 ½ years was nothing short of amazing. Marty’s legacy will be carried on for many years to come through her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren of whom were her pride and joy. Marty is preceded in death by her parents: Nick and Juene Hanig; beloved son: Scott; and brother-in-law: Ben Esch. She is survived by her husband: Chuck (married 58 years); Daughters: Kristine Crowder (Marty) and Pamela Bruneau (Bill); Daughter-in-law: Jenni Buscher; Sister: Jana Varrati, Alaska; Brother: Stephen (Tamara) Hanig, AZ; Grandchildren: Kelsey (Mike) O’Donnell, Taylor (Brad) Morgan, Kyle, Ryan, Peyton Buscher, Trevor (Laura) Bruneau, Lucas Bruneau, and Jessie Crowder; Great Grandchildren: Aiden, Grayson, Teagan O’Donnell, and Charlotte Bruneau. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00am Friday, October 27th at St. John's Catholic Church, Valley, NE. Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 - 7:00pm Thursday at St. John's Catholic Church.

Marta Sue Buscher

April 1, 1944 - October 22, 2023