Lee Andrew Bouley “Buster”

life story

Lee “Buster” Bouley passed away at home after over a year and a half battle with lung cancer.

Lee learned to worked hard on his family farm at a young age. He continued that good work ethic working at Atlas Foundation Co for 35+ years. He drove parts truck, was a laborer then switched unions to become an Operating Engineer in the local 49 for 25+ years. Some say he could make an American 599 crane do things no one else could.

Lee grew up hunting and fishing. Later he loved hunting with his son Boomer and 4-wheeling with family and friends. After retirement he enjoyed many conversations with friends and old work buddies.

He married his wife Wendy Peterson on November 15, 1975. They enjoyed over 50 years together. They had two children, six grandchildren and expecting their first great-grandchild in a few weeks.

Lee was preceded in death by his grandson Lee Anthony Osowski, his parents Philip and May Bouley, his in-laws Wendell and Marion Peterson.

He is survived by his wife Wendy (Peterson); daughter Katie (Ed) Osowski, son Brandon “Boomer” (Aimee) Bouley; grandchildren Jakob Osowski, Bree (Cody) Hendrickson, Kortnee Bouley, Mackenzie Osowski, Kalie Osowski and Jessica Osowski; sisters Gloria (Tom) Kaczmarczyk, Janice (Mark) Bauer, Ranna (Dennis) Ihamaki; brother-in-laws Larry (Delores) Peterson, John (Toni) Peterson and many more family and friends.

Visitation and funeral will be on July 9, 2026 at:

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church

19001 Jackson St NE, East Bethel, MN 55011

Visitation 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Funeral 11:00 am

Luncheon to follow