Jack Douglas Buist, Sr. age 75 of Allegan, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2003 at Spectrum Health, Blodgett Campus. Jack was born September 1, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI, the youngest son of David and Grace (Murray) Buist. Jack earned his BA and MA at Western Michigan University after serving in the 11th Airborne Division of the U.S. Army from 1946-1948. He retired from teaching at Allegan High School in 1988. During his 37 years of teaching and coaching, he was privileged to have touched the lives of hundreds of young people. Left to cherish his memory, are his wife of 52 years, Maxine (House) Buist; his children, Greg & Dawn Buist, Susan Buist, Judy & Joel Grams, and Jack Jr. and his partner, Kathy Kelly; 3 grandchildren, Meredith Buist, Curtis Channells, and Jason Gant; 5 great grandchildren; mother-in-law, Lorraine House; brothers-in-law, Thomas House, Chuck & Sue House; sister-in-law, Teresa Buist; several nieces and nephews, and many good friends. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 1 sister. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5-8 pm at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, where a memorial service will be held Wednesday 11:00 am. Mr. Michael Kiella speaking. Memorial contributions may be made to the Allegan High School Athletic Department or the Allegan Elks Scholarship Fund.