In Memoriam: Paul W. “Bud” Bucha
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul W. Bucha, a Medal of Honor recipient and a founding member of our WeSalute Board of Advisors. Over the last 25 years, he was a tireless supporter of our mission at WeSalute, formerly known as Veterans Advantage.
Paul was a true American hero who served his country with distinction in the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in March of 1968.
He was a humble and selfless man who never sought recognition for receiving our military’s highest decoration. He always chose to remember those who served alongside him, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on the battlefield over 50 years ago.
“I wear this for my guys,” he said about the Medal of Honor in his last public interview which we published this past May. “I wear the medal on behalf of all those who we served with, particularly for those who died without the recognition.”
Most of his friends called him “Bud,” millions called him “sir,” but he was always pleased to call us all his dear friends.
We extend our deepest condolences to Paul's spouse Cynthia, their family and friends. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, including the team at WeSalute, and his legacy will live on for generations to come.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
May he rest in peace.
Others who recognized Paul today:
Connecticut Governor Lamont, Lt. Governor Bysiewicz, Commissioner Welch Mourn the Passing of Medal of Honor Recipient Paul Bucha
https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2024/07-2024/governor-lamont-mourns-the-passing-of-medal-of-honor-recipient-paul-bucha?language=en_US
Congressional Medal of Honor Society
https://www.cmohs.org/news-events/press-releases/medal-of-honor-recipient-paul-w-bucha-passes-away-at-80/
American Legion
https://www.legion.org/news/262327/retired-army-capt-paul-bucha-connecticut%E2%80%99s-last-living-medal-honor-recipient-dies-80
