| Location | Deforest, Wi |
| Age | 20 years |
| Cause of Death | Overdose |
| Date of Birth | 06/04/1988 |
| Date of Death | 05/03/2009 |
| Visitors | 2,316 since 12/06/2009 |
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DeForest – Craig Alan Buege, age 20, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at his home in DeForest. On April 6, 1988, we gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. It was a glorious day, be it sunshine or rain. His name was Craig. He was loaded with all the ingredients that make up little boys; a bright smile, mischievous eyes, an incredible imagination and loads of energy. By late afternoon of his 3rd birthday he’d mastered his bicycle and took joy in zooming on it in his superman cape. By age 4 he was doing round offs and trying hand springs. At age 9 he received his black belt in Karate. Craig enjoyed writing and wrote a story that started with “The name’s Bond, Turkey Bond” along with a multi-colored turkey he cut out and assembled with paper. Friends were important to Craig and he had very special ones that loved and supported him. He enjoyed snowboarding, a fast game of ping pong, movies, fishing and target practice on a box covered in pictures of chipmunks. We treasured our times together as a family, hiking throughout areas of Wisconsin, bike rides, time at our cottage and vacations all over the country. In spite of all this, Craig eventually showed a lack of self worth. While in middle school he started drinking and smoking grass. After high school he started using oxycontin. By late last fall he’d moved on to heroin. As parents and siblings, we struggled trying to find words and ways that would bring him out of his addiction. Every single day was difficult. We watched our boy battle with his addiction and bouts of depression. On December 5 we sent Craig to a unique rehab center in Oklahoma. He missed Christmas with us. Little did we know we’d never celebrate it with him again. Craig came home the end of January and we were so happy because we had our boy back. Craig was very bright and planned on joining the Air Force. During that time his intent was to continue flying lessons with the Air Force Aeroclub and obtain his private pilot’s license. All this changed on the early morning of March 5, when for reasons we cannot fathom, our beloved son overdosed on heroin. Craig leaves behind parents Rick and Carol Buege, sister, Megan; and brother, Mike; he is further survived by his grandmother, Marian Schadek; grandpa, Dave Buege; step-grandmother, Jo Schadek; and treasured aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Parents please take the time to enjoy your children. Be firm in checking out who their friends are, know where they are every minute of every day and what things they are doing. Be sure parents are home when your child visits others. Talk to them. Kids today think smoking weed and drinking is okay. This can destroy their lives and lead to deeper addictions. Craig agonized over his struggle when it affected all of us. Please don’t condemn him. If there could be anything good out of this, let it be a wakeup call to whomever reads this. Our son is at peace with Our Lord now. May God now bring peace to us. We’ll always love you Craig.
A celebration of Craig’s life will be held at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 6924 Lake Road, Windsor/DeForest Chapel, on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Matt Arndt officiating. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. until time of services.
"Don't judge me for how I left this world,
Remember the love I gave
A lot of grief will follow me
For the decision that I made
Changes appear in everyone's life
Some good, some bad
The one I chose for myself
Made everyone very sad
But in time the memories will heal the hurt of hearts
And my presence will be felt by all with an inner peace
Remember me when the sun is bright and laughter fills the air
And a moonlit night and a whisper of wind
Will tell you I am there
Don't look down on my family
Or fill their hearts with blame
For my leaving them without good-byes
Has left them so much pain
If I could go back in time
I would say a last good-bye
I would tell them to look to tomorrow
And for me.please do not cry."
author unknown.
So sorry to Craigs family. I am a mother of 2 teenage sons and the thought of losing them tears me apart. Sounds like a lovely boy who lost his way. Thinking of you all.
To my dearest family, some things I would like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this letter from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness. Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and he said, " I welcome you, It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on. I need you here badly, your part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the days chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, all those loving years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, If I were to tell you, you would not understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I am closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, But together we can do it by taking one step at a time. It was always my philosophy and I would like it for you too, That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, Then you can say to God at night, " My day was not in vain." And now I am contented that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind, I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free. Remember you're not going you're coming here to me.
Letter From Heaven
To my dearest family, some things I would like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this letter from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness. Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and he said, " I welcome you, It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on. I need you here badly, your part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the days chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, all those loving years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, If I were to tell you, you would not understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I am closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, But together we can do it by taking one step at a time. It was always my philosophy and I would like it for you too, That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, Then you can say to God at night, " My day was not in vain." And now I am contented that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind, I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free. Remember you're not going... you're coming here to me. By Anon xx Sent With Love xx
Passer by.
God i am so sorry for your loss,I bet he was a wonderful son god bless Craig and your family RIP sweetheart xxxx
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