Plymouth, Ohio to the late Homer F. and Mabel (Ross) Buzard and was a resident of Plymouth for most of his life. He was a 1938 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School. He worked 45 years at the Plymouth Fate-Root-Heath Company as a Draftsman and later a Ceramics Service Manager. He was a proud US Navy Veteran: he entered service on September 24, 1942 and was honorably discharged on September 15, 1945 holding the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class, Carpenter’s Mate. He was a Cub and Webelo leader. Member of the American Legion Post 447 and Shelby Masonic Lodge #350 for over 50 years. He was the Plymouth Community Chest Director from 1958-59. He won the Ohio Jitterbug Contest in Cleveland Stadium in 1939, with 45, 000 spectators watching and music played by the Benny Goodman Orchestra.
Buzz was involved in various sports leagues including, manager of Plymouth Pony League Baseball, manager of 3 Mansfield City Baseball teams at same time, organized and coached Junior Jets Basketball Team in Plymouth; founder and manager of Midget Little League Baseball in Plymouth; President of Plymouth Midget League 1966-68; Athletic Officer for American Legion 1970; played amateur and semi-professional baseball for many years.
He is survived by 2 sons, Fred (Janis) Buzard of Plymouth and Terry (Mary) Buzard of Perry, NY; 1 daughter, Tina (Jerry) Freeman of Scottsdale, AZ; and seven grandchildren.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Helen (Smith) Buzard, whom he married November 25, 1944 in Delphos, Ohio; one son, Bradley D. Buzard.
No calling hours or funeral services will be observed. Secor Funeral Home in Plymouth is assisting the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Buzz’s name to Plymouth Little League. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
V - Jun 7, 2024
I will forgive u but u act like your so in love with god in Plymouth of Eleanor Searle u got the property from her everything full scholarship but remember billy Graham and your a horrible uncle to not send my dads baby photos forget the money im entitled too guess Eleanor searle flying to help my father i was 12 she asked me why i didnt read my dads letters .
Bradley dean ghost - Jun 7, 2024
Sad i was only 12
Umm odd no one cares - Jun 7, 2024
I believe u all look at Beatrice your mom and your dad why did i not think u care for your brother who passed away guess i forgive u for dumping my dads ashes into the pond actually thats not legal. But u did try to kill the old hound dog that showed up on your property but u dont remember that. Wait julie married th e guy next door was that his childhood hound dog u tried to shoot
V - Apr 11, 2024
Dads smiling back me in a picture i miss him i seem to not be able to add pictures here but i sent u some uncle fred u got mad im just saying how can u Terry and Tina live with yourself . I guess i start sending pictures on facebook and the Plymouth gazzetta . I asking for my dads baby pics too bad i cant sh ou w u the tree he cut down . I think Dad was right u are mean jealous and him being a track star. Get over it Terry and Fred hes gone but u make his only daughter suffer 👏 u win the worst uncle award tina at least sent me stuffed animal kitty as i cried into it
V - Apr 11, 2024
U dumped my father in the pond i was shocked that my dad died for sale sign at the house across street dad mom got divorced but im about to put up pictures uncle fred and terry we are green eyed if u think im not My fathers child u know Dad hated u. Not tina but i actually remember him hate u u Terry why cause on The coal ride u sleeping on The bench . As lindsay and katie love the ride brad week offrom a hard job a a manager at wegmans u buried him no empathy . He in the pond grandma and grandpa wanted a garden u just dumped him. I had no notice dad died i fpund put 2 weeks later . U swimming in my dads ashes remember that yuck u probably have a pond water filter your drink7ng you dead brother that disgusting .
V - Aug 16, 2022
No one leaves a message sad
V - Aug 16, 2022
Bradley d would say he forgives the fights him running to get a slice of pizza thats where he ran to dad lol
V - Jul 12, 2022
I never got to see my dad because i was too poor
V - Jul 12, 2022
My father was kind
V - Jun 3, 2022
U know how many people spell it withtwo zz yet thats the fun mystery Dad Bradley taught me ti look at antiques and books the buzard is based on a falcon
V - Jun 3, 2022
Picture on the wall i remember
V - Jun 3, 2022
Your son bradley was a star athlete
V - Jun 3, 2022
Your son bradley was a star athlete
V - Jun 3, 2022
U hated Bradley dean buzard i watch u in his childhood home scream at him
V - Jun 3, 2022
Brad dean is on the other side u want welcome arms to grandma and grandpa u know my suffering not u complaining abour selling lazy boys my dad unloaded with only three elderly lady the dairy department at wegmans
V - Jun 3, 2022
Jiiterbug lol i knew i loved dancing when if it vaccuuming Bradley Dean would say thank ufor the record player. Also tina beautiful bed pink draped was so special seeing my girl sleep there at ten. Yet i dad loved to sleep on the odd 50 rocker aluminum on the porch, we sit there he laugh as i told him my cartoons, yeton a saddder not papa gone way before u all let me down in the family buzard i want it recorded u never once thought past yourself forgive u let u go blessing love
V - Jun 3, 2022
Jiiterbug lol i knew i loved dancing when if it vaccuuming Bradley Dean would say thank ufor the record player. Also tina beautiful bed pink draped was so special seeing my girl sleep there at ten. Yet i dad loved to sleep on the odd 50 rocker aluminum on the porch, we sit there he laugh as i told him my cartoons, yeton a saddder not papa gone way before u all let me down in the family buzard i want it recorded u never once thought past yourself forgive u let u go blessing love
Dave & Bonnie McQuown - Dec 16, 2009
Fred,
Our sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father, who was dedicated to helping so many boys through the game of baseball in Plymouth. He will be long remembered for his community spirit. In sympathy, Dave & Bonnie McQuown
Karen Barnett, LPN - Dec 16, 2009
Fred will be greatly missed from our Crestwood family. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of his life. God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Tom Adams - Dec 15, 2009
To the family of Fred Buzard,
Sorry for the loss of yur loved one. I played little league ball in Plymouth and remember Fred being there.
Zeke and Linda Howard - Dec 15, 2009
Fred and Janis, Our condolences on the passing of your father, Freddie….he was very encouraging to my brothers and me when we were playing ball way back when….never forgot how supportive he was. With our sympathy, Zeke and Linda
Beth Ann jessie - Dec 15, 2009
Fred (Poppy) will be missed by everyone at crestwood. It was a pleasure having him. His smile and laughter made work more enjoyable to everyone. I for one, will always remember him. My deepest sympathy, Beth Ann
