Anthony A Bube (Tony), 98, of Orange, CA passed peacefully at home on Sunday, August 15th, the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Tony was born October 14th, 1922, the oldest of 10 children in Athens, Wisconsin to the late Bodo and Margaret Bube. 

Tony served his country in the US Marine Corps, retiring as a Master Gunnery Sargent, E9, and serving in both WWII and the Korean conflict. Tony left school after the 8th grade to help on the family farm. He eventually joined the Marines and continued his education as his duties and family time permitted throughout his life. Tony was the epitome of a life-long learner as he finished his high school diploma with the Marines and eventually earned a bachelor’s, two (2) Master’s Degrees and finally, a PhD from USC which gave him the opportunity to become a teacher and a principal. Tony loved his time in elementary education, writing a daily column for grade-school parents and publishing his columns for future parents once he retired. Tony taught and mentored many future teachers at Chapman University in Orange. He used to joke that all he did was retire from making money, spending 4-5 days a week volunteering in the classroom that included sharing his faith with children and many families at La Purisima Catholic Church. Tony became a deacon for the Diocese of Orange, where he served the parish for many years. His work as a Deacon and desire to continue learning more about his faith inspired him to learn Hebrew at the age of 96. 

 Tony met his bride, Marion Catherine Creecy, after mass one Sunday, with help from one of the ushers. He asked if the usher knew any nice Catholic girls, just as Marion walked out of mass. They married at the noon mass on Sunday, October 17th, 1943, and thus began a partnership of love and faith and support that lasted 57 years until Marion passed away in 2000. They were both heavily involved in education, and it was apparent in so many relationships they formed with the many people they met throughout their lives. Tony and Marion raised five children and while with the Marines, they were always on the move encountering many adventures along the way. Tony influenced so many people in education, faith, family and with his love of life. 

 No memorial of Tony would be complete without mention of his (and Marion’s) love of fishing. Their annual trek to fish each August was stopped only by a worldwide pandemic. His love of fishing was joyfully handed down to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Tony was preceded in death by, son Michael, brothers Peter, and Ronald and sisters Edna, Ursula, Dorothy and Agnes

He is survived by son Terrence (Joyce) daughter Cecelia (Peter) daughter Mary (Tim) son John (Becky), and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Tony is also survived by sisters Marie (Pat) Seubert, Peggy Burgess and his brother Bodo, also called Butch (Connie). 

 Tony’s family would like to thank his doctors, nurses and caregivers for the care he received over the years. Cecelia, Mary, and John would especially like to thank Terry and Joyce for always being available to help and for taking care of dad and the family home for these last few years. 

A special thank you to his good friend Javiera Garcia for being there and going the extra mile to help Tony manage, particularly during the pandemic. Tony was adamant that he remain at home until he passed and was especially grateful to Javiera, as we all are, for her being there when needed and making it possible for him to remain in the home he shared with Marion for so many years. 

The family is especially grateful for the many friends who visited and kept his spirits up. He loved his Thursday morning moms’ visits, reminding him of the many ways he made a difference in the lives of countless children and adults. Tony enjoyed his many luncheons, dinners and get togethers with friends and family and had a wonderful way of making everyone feel as if they were the most important person in the room. 

 Finally, in honor of Deacon’s service, the family requests memorial donations be made to his beloved La Purisima Catholic School’s Endowment Fund. It provides perpetual annual support for students in need.

Funeral services will be held at La Purisima Catholic Church, 11712 Hewes St, Orange, CA 92869 Saturday, Aug 28th at 8:15 AM. Vigil and rosary August 27th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

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