Luella (Pruitt) Buske

Luella May Buske, 76, of Litchfield, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 2:44 a.m. at Litchfield Health and Rehabilitation Center in Litchfield. She was born on May 10, 1950, a daughter of Leonard Harold and Luella June (Titcomb) Pruitt. Luella graduated from Litchfield High School with the Class of 1968. She married Delmar Ray Buske on January 31, 1969, in Litchfield. He survives. Luella attended Southside Church in Litchfield. Luella dedicated decades to supporting the military community through leadership roles at every level. She was the current President of the American Legion Unit 1922 Ladies Auxiliary and previously led the entire state as the President of the Department of Illinois American Legion Ladies Auxiliary from 2016 to 2017. Her dedication extended nationally, where she was currently serving with distinction as the National Le Demi Chapeau of the 8&40.

Beyond her volunteer work, Luella was a woman of vibrant talents and hobbies. She had a sharp creative eye and found great joy in crafting, sewing, and creating intricate diamond art pieces. Her kitchen was always a source of warmth and comfort; she was an exceptional cook whose excellent homemade pies will be deeply missed by all who tasted them. An avid collector, Luella delighted in filling her home with beautiful Pioneer Woman kitchenware and decor.

Above all her accomplishments, Luella’s greatest joy was her family. She was happiest when surrounded by her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Delmar, Luella is survived by:

Mother, June Pruitt of Litchfield, IL

Son, Larry (Mindy) Buske of Springfield, IL

Daughter, Kimberly (Thomas) Hall of Glen Carbon, IL

Brother, Leonard Leroy (Rebecca) Pruitt of Inglis, FL

Grandchildren, Tyler Buske, Sierra Buske, Matthew Hall, & Joshua Hall

Luella was preceded in death by her father.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield. Pastor John Chandler with Southside Church will officiate. Burial will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, IL, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield. Memorials may be directed to 8 & 40 Nurses Scholarship or the American Legion Auxiliary Dept - Nurses Scholarship.

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