Obituaries

Beatrice T. Buff

August 9, 2026

Services will be held at the discretion of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family has kindly asked for a donation to be made in Beatrice’s memory to Heifer International, https://www.heifer.org/give/one-time.

Beatrice T. Buff, 92, of Elmer passed away on August 9, 2026. Born in Monroeville, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Laura (Elwell) Thomas.

Throughout her life, Beatrice was a dedicated medical secretary, working for many different doctors over the years. She took pride in her work and in the opportunity to help others. Beatrice was an active and faithful member of Friendship United Methodist Church, where her church family was an important part of her life.

Beatrice enjoyed reading, coloring and sending cards to loved ones. She had a great appreciation of nature; whether it was visiting botanical gardens, Ocean City, NJ or sunbathing in the yard.

Beatrice is survived by her daughter Lynette O’Donnell; her grandchildren Richard Smith (Hope Pierce) and Laura Thompson (Randolph); along with many loving nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, Beatrice is predeceased by her husband Arthur Buff and her siblings Jerry Thomas, Ralph Thomas, Merwin Thomas and Sandy Bell.