Obituaries

Darrel G. Buswell

April 12th, 1954 – August 12th, 2025

Darrel G. Buswell, 71, of Ipava, IL, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at his home. He was born on April 12, 1954 in Canton, IL, the son of Kenneth E. and Esta “Claribel” (Klinedinst) Buswell. He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his brother; Donald (and Niccole) Buswell of Ipava, IL, six nephews; Nicholas Hagen, Devin (and Becky) Buswell, Chase (and Lily) Hagen, Jacob (and Alisa) Buswell, Elijah (and Emily) Buswell, and Josiah (and Niccole) Buswell, and nine great-nieces and nephews.

Darrel was a life-long carpenter. Darrel, along with his brother Donald, started Buswell Builder's Construction thirty-seven years ago. After Donald's retirement, Phillip Buswell became Darrel's partner in the business.

Darrel was a history buff. He loved having annual firework displays, watching sports events involving his family, and playing softball, golf and volleyball.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at the Berean Christian Church in Ipava, Illinois. Pastor Kevin Kessler will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Ipava Fire Department or the Ipava Ballpark.

Condolences

August 15th, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to the Buswell family in the passing of Darrell. May God bless everyone. Lorenda (Schnarr)& Alvin Spilker.

August 15th, 2025

My condolences to Donnie and the Buswell family. If you wanted to know where a classmate is, he knew. I remember watching him play football and base ball in High school. I am honored to have had him as a friend.
Sandy Morrison

August 15th, 2025

So sorry to hear of Darrells passing. We have been acquainted with Darrell for most of our lives. From neighbor boy to softball and college we remained friends. He will be missed. Richard and Nicki Hazzard

August 15th, 2025

Darrell was a great friend and carpenter we played a lot of ballgames together Randy and Sue Farr

August 15th, 2025

To the family and friends of Darrell we are praying for you to feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time. Rodney & Theresa Keefauver

August 16th, 2025

To the family and friends of Darrell. My thoughts and prayers to all. Melanie Heaton

August 16th, 2025

Thoughts and prayers to Donnie and his family. Ed & Lynn Bubb

August 16th, 2025

Donnie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark and Shirley Kline

August 16th, 2025

We were so very sorry to hear the news about Darrell.He was a good guy and neighbor. Condolences to the family, Dean and Sandy Roddis

August 17th, 2025

So sorry on your loss. Prayers for all the family.
Karl and Barbara Hagen

August 17th, 2025

Donnie,I have such great memories of our family reunions at Newark.
He was always thoughtful and kind and will be greatly missed.Bernard and Pat Bevans

August 17th, 2025

Prayers to all of the family members.

August 17th, 2025

So sorry to hear about Darrel. He was an incredible person and will be missed. We enjoyed getting to know him and his family. Our deepest sympathies to everyone who knew him. Terry and Kim Yocum

August 17th, 2025

Sending hugs and prayers for all of you during this difficult time. Soo sorry for your loss! Mary Bruketta-Waller

August 17th, 2025

Our deepest condolences.
Dan & Rita Ball

August 18th, 2025

Darrell and his crew helped build my cabin.a very talented and creative and awnry friend. I will think of him each time we go into our cabin. Always left him with a smile on our face.His hands touched a lot of lives with his talents and friendly demeanor.Theres a man with a hammer in heaven.Randy and Pam Phelps

August 18th, 2025

Darrell, along with his crew, worked very hard on the house they built for us. (Which we love) Tom really enjoyed working side by side with them during the process. He will be greatly missed. Tom & Ruth Brooks

August 18th, 2025

Darrel was one of the first people we met here in Ipava. He built our home along with his brother Donnie and Phillip and crew. We moved here in Jan., 2000. Gonna miss Darrel. Great guy. My heartfelt sympathy to the family.

August 18th, 2025

Sending heartfelt condolences for the family and friends from the Onkens in Mason City. The Buswell team built our house. So great to work with. Darrel was a great guy, loved his humor. RIP Darrel. Jim and Lynne Onken

August 18th, 2025

Darrel was a great person. I had the good fortune to golf with him the last few years and he was always positive, no matter how he played. I will miss him. John Kline