Michele Buechler

Buechler, Michele (Yurich) age 55, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in her home in Kasson, MN on August 16th, 2014 after over ten years bravely battling cancer. Born and raised in North Minneapolis and graduate of Patrick Henry High School. She relocated to Rochester, MN in her 30's and eventually moved to Kasson-Mantorville where she raised her pride and joy, son Jason, who is now in his 3rd year of college. Michele had a long career in Social Services in Dodge and Olmsted counties that she enjoyed and worked as often as possible. She was preceded in death by her aunt Holly, uncle Jack, sibling Collette, father Lawrence Yurich, and dad James Bretto. Survived by mother Sharon Bretto, and siblings Joe, Steve, Tony (Dawn), John (Marcia), Suzanne Bretto, Richard (Rene) and Jennifer Yurich, uncle Wayne Babcock and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 21st at 10:30 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Kasson, MN. Visitation will be held at 9 AM and funeral to follow. A luncheon will be served after mass. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for monetary donations to cover medical bills.