Jack L. Buist, age 84, died Friday, Aug. 14.

Jack was a longtime member of Wayland Christian Reformed Church and the second of five generations to attend Moline Christian school. He was a self-employed mason contractor. An avid gardener, he was known for his delicious sweet corn.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Everdene Buist; children Rick and Deb Buist, Ron and Cheryl Osentoski; grandchildren Tony and Miranda Harshberger, James and Andrea Buist, Alexander and Anna Buist, Taylor Osentoski, Sydney Osentoski; great-grandchildren Jaeden, Keegan, Peyton, Lincoln, Greyson, Brooklyn, Cecelia, Briella, Cameron; siblings Ron and Marge Cook, Ken and Mary Visser; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Janet (Brown) Buist.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Wayland Christian Reformed Church, 303 E. Elm St., with visitation one hour prior to the service.

In memory of Jack and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Moline Christian Schools or Wings of Hope Hospice.