John C. Buyer, 85 years, passed away Sunday night at Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach.

John was born in Winameg, Ohio, son of the late Vern and Mable (Derby) Buyer. John spent his early years working on the family farm and always talked about those days with great pride. He married Lavonne "Bonnie" in July 1965. He retired from Willie's Jeep in Ohio, and moved to Vero Beach where he worked for Piper Aircraft for approximately 20 yrs, followed by Publix for 21 yrs. John always stayed busy and loved living in Vero Beach. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Republican Executive Committee of Indian River County. He had a passion for working in the yard and loved to reminisce about his glory days as a high school track star. John will be missed by all that loved him. John is survived by his step-son Rick Lamb and one sister, Bonnie Mandley of Delta, Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lavonne "Bonnie"; son, Michael ;three brothers, Haldon, Merlin, and Bob Buyer; four sisters, Alene Pfund, Neva Sharp, Doral Moll and LaVerne Hammersmith.

At the request of the family, services will be private. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider making contributions to the charity of their choice.

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