Juanita A. Buzzard

Juanita Alma Burkholder Buzzard, 93, of Huntington, passed away at 3:35 pm Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Parkview Huntington Hospital. Juanita was born on August 7, 1932, in York County, PA, the daughter of Melvin Burkholder and Edith (Holtry) Burkholder. She married the love of her life, Roger J. Buzzard, on April 5, 1953, in Huntington, IN, at College Park Church; he preceded her in death on December 15, 2013. Juanita was a lifelong member of College Park Church, where she sang in the choir and was a Sunday School teacher. Her faith was an important part of her life. She graduated from Huntington University in 1967 with a degree in Education and a Masters in Reading from IPFW. She was awarded a Danforth Scholarship based on scholastic ability and leadership skills. Juanita taught First Grade at Horace Mann School in Huntington County for 27 years before she retired. She was involved in the Indiana Teachers Association and the Retired Teachers Association. She was President and member of Huntington County Library Board. Juanita was also involved in Altrusa Club, Shakespeare Club, numerous other Book Clubs, and Monday Club. She also enjoyed working with Huntington County Council on Aging and the Red Cross. When she wasn’t busy with all the clubs and organizations she was involved with, she loved spending time painting, reading, playing the piano, singing, crocheting, and gardening. Most of all, her grandchildren were a delight in her life. Survivors include her Two Daughters, Jennifer (Daniel) Lance of Fort Wayne, IN, Karen Bucher of North Manchester, IN; Two Sons, James S. (Karen) Buzzard of Huntington, IN, Brian (Xu) Buzzard of East Amherst, NY; Six Grandchildren, Jason, Andrew (Jodie), Ryan, Carrie (Aaron), Collin (Jennie), and Nicholas; Two Great Grandchildren, Brayden and Aaron; Two Sisters, Bernadine (Paul) Hammel of Huntington, IN, Jo (Roger) Gilmore of East Lansing, MI; and Sister-In-Law, Fran Burkholder of Holt, MI. She is preceded in death by her Husband, Roger J. Buzzard, Father, Melvin I. Burkholder, Mother, Edith A. Burkholder, and Brother, Marcus Burkholder. Visitation will be from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary with Rev. Ray Seilhamer officiating. “May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.” Preferred memorials to the Huntington County Council on Aging, in care of Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Juanita Alma Buzzard.

Juanita A. Buzzard

August 7, 1932 - November 30, 2025