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Official Obituary of

Essie Buie Sr.

October 6, 1925 ~ December 30, 2025 (age 100) 100 Years Old

Essie Buie Sr. Obituary

We regretfully announce the passing of Mr. Essie Buie Sr. Please send prayers of healing, continued support, strength and love for the family during this difficult time and in the future to come.

On behalf of The Katrina S. Bates Funeral Home, we would like to thank the Buie family for entrusting us with your loved one.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Essie Buie Sr., please visit our floral store.

Services

Visitation

Saturday
January 10, 2026
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Katrina S. Bates Funeral Home
1136 W. 87th Street
Chicago, IL 60620

Wake

Sunday
January 11, 2026
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Katrina S. Bates Funeral Home
1136 W. 87th Street
Chicago, IL 60620

Funeral Service

Sunday
January 11, 2026
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Katrina S. Bates Funeral Home
1136 W. 87th Street
Chicago, IL 60620

Interment

Monday
January 12, 2026
10:30 AM
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
20953 Hoff Rd.
Elwood, IL 60421