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Jul 3, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Treasure Lost, A Legacy Found Naples, Florida, lost one of its own on July 3rd, 2024. Donald Buske, a man whose life intertwined with the fabric of our community for so many years, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and a deep love for Southwest Florida. While the news came via [MLive.com](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikgFBVV95cUxPSXdmaXJEQ3QxcXZOa0ZneTJaRjE2R3pCUjVWb0ZUZGQ1aDlBbUxOY25aTWhfUEFyU3l6eUdGMW5CTHRFRUxrQ1Flb1JRSk9BTWJCSjBOR0Q1YWdTSUtHekYyR0RzeVFjdkZBZ0lyRmVoVkpLalpFcHNkQVJqMnVzbmpTRV9lUW5sd05tUy1pZzJWQQ?oc=5)…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, has always been a town that prides itself on its vibrant community. It’s a place where friendships blossom under the warm Florida sun, where neighbors become family, and where stories are shared over sunset cocktails and plates of fresh seafood. And it’s within this tapestry of community that we find the story of Donald Buske, a man whose life, though recently concluded, continues to resonate within the heart of Naples. Don, as he was affectionately known, passed away on July 3rd, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, ki…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Legend Lost, A Legacy Found Naples, Florida, has always been a place of vibrant characters, sun-kissed stories, and a community spirit that’s as warm as the Gulf Coast breeze. We’ve recently lost one of those truly special characters, a man who embodied the best of Naples, a man whose life was interwoven with the fabric of this town: Donald Buske. Don passed away peacefully on July 3rd, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and a whole lot of laughter. This isn’t just an obituary; it’s a celebration of a life well-lived, a Naples story wor…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Treasure Lost, A Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, lost a bit of its sunshine on July 3rd, 2024, with the passing of Donald Buske. While an obituary might offer a snapshot of dates and places, it rarely captures the essence of a person, the ripple effect they have on a community. Here in Naples, Don wasn’t just a name in the paper; he was a neighbor, a friend, a familiar face at the farmers market, a contributor to the vibrant tapestry that makes our city so special. Though his physical presence is gone, his memory will undoubtedly linger like the sweet sc…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, has always been a town that cherishes its stories. Stories of sun-kissed days on the beach, of vibrant sunsets painting the Gulf sky, and, most importantly, stories of the people who make this paradise their home. Today, we share the story of Donald Buske, a man whose life, though recently concluded on July 3rd, 2024, wove a rich tapestry into the fabric of our Naples community. While the formal obituary provides the dates (May 13, 1931 – July 3, 2024), it doesn’t tell the *story* of Don. And that’s what we want to do here…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Fixture and a Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, lost a beloved member of its community on July 3rd, 2024, with the passing of Donald Buske. While an official obituary might offer a formal account of his life, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on Don’s impact on our sunny slice of paradise, sharing stories and memories that paint a picture of the man who touched so many lives here in Southwest Florida. Don’s story, although rooted in Michigan (as evidenced by the MLive obituary), truly blossomed here in Naples. He wasn’t just a resident; he became a par…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, has always been a city of stories. Stories of sun-drenched days, turquoise waters, and the vibrant tapestry of lives interwoven with the unique charm of Southwest Florida. Today, we share the story of Donald Buske, a man whose life, though recently concluded on July 3rd, 2024, continues to resonate within the heart of our community. His obituary, a brief glimpse into a life richly lived, compels us to delve deeper, to celebrate the man behind the dates, and to explore the impact he had on the Naples we know and love. Don, b…

Jul 2, 2025
## Remembering Don Buske: A Naples Life Well-Lived Naples, Florida, lost a cherished member of its community on July 3rd, 2024, with the passing of Donald Buske. While an obituary notice may succinctly state the dates of his life – May 13, 1931, to July 3, 2024 – it hardly captures the richness and depth of a life so intertwined with the fabric of our beautiful city. Don wasn’t just a name; he was a neighbor, a friend, a contributor, and a testament to the vibrant spirit that makes Naples such a special place. This isn’t just an obituary; it’s a celebration, a remembrance, and a chance for…