George Buffone
August 13, 1931 - June 6, 2021
George Buffone, age 89 of Midland, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at StoryPoint Assisted Living in Midland. George was born the son of the late Cosimo and Mary (Amodio) Buffone on August 13, 1931 in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was united in marriage to Fannie “Louise” Rhule on March 2, 1957 in Fort Knox, KY, with her predeceasing him on October 24, 1997. George had spent his working career in the U.S. Army having served in the Korean War and Vietnam War; he retired in February of 1972. Following his retirement he had worked as a Professional Photographer for Guys and Dolls Photography. George and Louise had lived in Gladwin, Clare as well as Mt. Pleasant. George was a tinkerer, self taught computer whiz, great bowler and also enjoyed golfing. George is survived by his children Anna Buffone of Gladwin, Sherry (Angelito) Mandolado of Cave Creek, AZ and Mark and Jim Buffone; 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and one sister Julie. He was predeceased by his siblings Frank, Vincent, Angelo, Louis, Dominic, Anna and Louise. A Memorial Service will be held at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 2 P.M. with Pastor Jackie Rainieri officiating. Military Honors will be rendered as part of the service. Burial will take place in the Great Lakes National Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Laurus Hospice or to the Clare Farwell American Legion Post 558. On-line guestbook at www.stephenson-wyman.com
George Buffone, age 89 of Midland, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at StoryPoint Assisted Living in Midland. George was born the son of the late Cosimo and Mary (Amodio) Buffone on August 13, 1931 in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was united in marriage... View Obituary & Service Information