November 16, 2023, 73, Goldsboro —
Gary Joseph Busdieker, 73, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. Gary was born in Wayne County to the late George Joe Busdieker and Lou Ellen Howell Busdieker on October 19, 1950. In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his brothers, George “Buzzy” Busdieker, Bill Busdieker, and Louis Busdieker.
Gary was no stranger to hard work. He ran a successful agriculture construction company which was built on trust and loyalty. He treated his customers like family. They knew Gary’s word was good and this is how he conducted business.
Gary was a joy to be around and loved to laugh. He lived up to his name, as he was always kidding around and joking. Watching others laugh brought him joy. He took care of others and was simply a good man. Above all the opportunity to aggravate and spend time with his grandson was always an ultimate joy.
If you wanted to see Gary relaxing and enjoying life, you would find him fishing, hunting, or on his tractor. He loved the outdoors and found a new rhythm of life when outside.
Possessing a heart for others, Gary was kind to all God’s creatures, from mankind to animals. Through the years, he had numerous dogs and many were his beloved breed, dachshunds. He could provide them a good home and they always enjoyed anything Gary was eating.
DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST ON TUESDAY, THE SERVICE HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE CHAPEL OF SEYMOUR FUNERAL HOME.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 20, 2023 at Seymour Funeral Home. A service to celebrate Gary’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, in the chapel of Seymour Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Stovall officiating. Interment will be at the P. D. Howell Cemetery.
Gary is survived by his wife of 49 years, Donnie Hare Busdieker; daughter, Amanda B. Saulmon and husband, Greg; grandson and the apple of his eye, Jacob Christian Saulmon; brother, Mickey Busdieker and wife, Marie; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins he loved very much.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given in Gary’s memory to
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services
PO Box 22324
New York, NY 10087
Services are entrusted to Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.
