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Ernest Bucklew Obituary
SGT. ERNEST GLENN "ERNIE"
U.S. ARMY
Ernest "Ernie" Glenn Bucklew, Sgt. U.S. Army, 33, was killed, Sunday, November 2, 2003, while on military duty in Iraq. Born July 28, 1970, in New Geneva, PA. Ernie is survived by his wife, Barbara Ellen Kennedy Bucklew and his sons, Joshua 9 and Justin 4, of Fort Carson, Colorado; his father, Donald R. Bucklew; sister and brother-in-law, Dawn Marie and Chris DeFelice; niece Kristyn and nephew, Zackary, all of Enon Valley, PA. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ellen Bucklew, on October 31, 2003. Sgt. Bucklew will lie in state Fri. 7-9pm and Sat. 11am until time of Service at 1pm in Highland Middle School, 402 Shenango Rd., Beaver Falls. Interment will follow for Ernie and his mother, Mary Ellen, in Beaver Falls Cemetery, Chippewa Twp. where he will be presented with full Military Honors. The family is requesting that donations to a trust fund in the names of Ernie's sons, Joshua and Justin Bucklew be made in lieu of flowers. Donations can be sent to: First National Bank, Chippewa Office, 2634 Darlington Rd., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Ernie's family and friends thank him for making their lives better. CAMPBELL'S CHIPPEWA FUNERAL HOME, www.campbellfuneralhomes.com 2618 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA is in charge of arrangements.
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John
November 1, 2023
Hey Brother, Tricia and Myself are coming out for a visit tomorrow. It´s been 20yrs. Lots of great memories at 24th ord. Think about you often. Miss you Staff Sgt. God Bless.
March 16, 2013
Hello,
Our family sponsors a project called US Hockey Players Support Our Troops. One of our missions is to honor and remember those amongst us who have served with honor. We will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this coming week and those boxes will be dedicated to Sgt. Bucklew. We realize that this is a very humble tribute, but we want the SGT's family and friends to know our tribute is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across our country. May God Bless you all.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
October 29, 2012
November 2, 2012
On the 9th anniversary of his passing, Ernest Bucklew is still remembered for his dedicated service and sacrifice to this country. He is still remembered, respected and honored.
Lynne Neibert
April 3, 2012
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son and husband's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
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Peggy Childers
November 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Ernest G. Bucklew:
Please accept my remembrance of Ernest on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Ernest G. Bucklew:
Remembering Ernest on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kenna
December 7, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,850 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
May 18, 2009
Buck, Its almost memorial day again. I'm deployed again, I don't think this war will ever end. But we will keep fighting on to make sure you didn't leave us for nothing. I was going to visit this summer to drop my son at Penn State but the army has other plans.
Goose
May 4, 2009
Uncle Ernie,
I love you with all of my heart. Its been a really rough 6 years. I cant tell you how hard it is without you here. The family is all messed up. i wish you were here to fix it. I miss you alot. I think about you everyday. You will always be in my heart. Tell Nana ill love her and miss her. LOVE YOU BOTH BUNCHES!!<33
Love Always,
Kristyn Rae
Jeff C
April 20, 2009
Ernie it's been 6 long Years,But there isn't a Day go by that I don't remeber You and all the Good Times We had Throughout School. Thank You for all the Wonderfull Memories Rest In Peace My Friend.. I will see You again.
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Ernest G. Bucklew:
Ernest gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
In Memory of Ernest ~ (Debra Estep)
November 2, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Ernest, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
In memory of his Mother
Mary Ellen ....
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The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
SGM Tomas Gonzales
September 11, 2008
Barbara,Justin,Joshua
I found it extremely hard to write the letter that I never finished. Ernest was a great soldier and friend.His loss brought an emptiness that now sits in my mind. I often pray that all of you continue with your lives and I hope that one day I get to see all of you. I'm sorry I didn't keep my promise in bringing him home, but his memory will never fade. GOD Bless
July 31, 2008
To the Family and Friends of Sgt. Bucklew,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/
index.htm.
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave men like Sgt. Bucklew.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Sgt. Bucklew to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or [email protected].
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
May 8, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Ernest to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Ernest in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Linda Flannery
May 3, 2008
Remmebering and honoring a brave young soldier. May your family continue to find comfort in their loving memories, and know that America shares their sorrow.
My flag flies in your honor.
January 3, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Bucklew!
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY
July 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Bucklew and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Goose
May 23, 2007
Buck, Memorial day is right around the corner, I will never forget you. You were a bright light during a very dark time. "Brave Rifles", see you at Fidlers Green
PS, I'll try to visit ASAP
Gary Allain
April 10, 2007
Sgt. Ernest G. Bucklew
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
robert slezak
March 22, 2007
i did not know sgt. ernest bucklew..but i do remember that sad day .nov 6 2003..the day i sent him home ..i was his driver from dover air force base to philly air port ..along with his escort sgt joseph forbess..WITH MUCH LOVEING CARE ..put him on the plane ..to go home ..sincere condolences to his family .. robert slezak..( [email protected] )
Sgt. John Cowan
January 17, 2007
I talked with you in the PX, at Al-Asad, two days before you were taken from us. I never got to say goodbye Sgt, Bucklew. Rest well my friend.
Garnet Jenkins
November 2, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. Ernest G. Bucklew, on this 3rd anniversary of the day he lost his life while serving our Country.
Rest Well Ernest in the Hands of God.
You Will Never Be Forgotten.
You have paid the Ultimate Price for so many.
As with my brother, whom we lost in Vietnam, you will always be loved and missed by everyone whose life you touched.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
May the memories of Ernest, live in your heart always.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Abby Blackwood
March 21, 2006
I didnt know Mr. Bucklew but i know his family and i am gkad i do! They are all VERY special to me~I love them all!
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 17, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bucklew family in the loss of your dear son, husband, father, brother and hero Ernest. I did not know Ernest, ( I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 52 yrs.) but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a fine person. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.
I send each of you a hug from my heart. It has been a little over two years now since you lost Ernie. Josh and Justin please make your dad proud of you for you are special.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
JACOB ROJAS
October 12, 2005
GOD BLESS YO0UR WIFE
Jamie Graves
October 5, 2005
God Bless ( Jamie, Navy wife)
Sue Horn
July 27, 2005
I know it's been 2 years since you lost your son and his mother, but the loss of a loved one can take years to overcome. Please know that my family and I appreciate your son and his sacrifice. Our hearts go out to you.
Daniel Shetterly
May 19, 2005
I'm so proud of your son and his willingness to serve our great Country. However, I'm so sorry for your loss; you lost a son and this Country lost a hero!
Karen Parker
April 29, 2005
May Gods hand be upon you. Your in my thoughts & prayers.
jennifer petrusky
April 14, 2005
I don't know your family or your brave son.I wanted to thank you for raising such a great person with such courage and heroism.I pray that he is in the comfort of the Lord.I thank him for fighting for what is right,fighting for me my children my husband,and everyone here on this earth.We thank you Sgt.Ernest G Bucklew,for your braveness for our county.Thank-you,Thank-you
Raymond Wehring
November 9, 2003
MY NAME IS RAY I DO NOT KNOW YOUR SON I ONLY KNOW WHAT I'V READ AND HEARD ON THE NEWS. MY DEEPIEST SYMPATHY TO THE BUCKLEW FAMILY AND ON VETERIANS DAY I WILL PROUDLY FLY THE AMEICAN FLAG FOR YOUR SON AND FOR EVERY AMERICAN SOILDER. FROM ONE PROUD AMERICAN RAY FROM PITTSBURGH
Laurie Oaks
November 9, 2003
To the family of a great american hero. Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for Ernies loved ones.
Thank You for Ernies sacrifice. May god bless you.
Condolences from the mother of Army Specialist Donald Oaks KIA April 3, Iraq.
Angie Evans
November 8, 2003
Your family is and will always be in my heart and prayers. I love you.
Angie
Diane
November 8, 2003
Deepest Sympathy.Thank you for your service to our country. My prayers are with you. Diane
David (USA Ret) Nestor
November 7, 2003
Barb and the kids, I sorry for your loss and your in my prayers and best wishes in the future
Mike and Erin Griggle
November 7, 2003
Barb, Josh and Justin...I am so very sorry for you loss!! Ernie was a great man!! He always had a smile on his face!! I hope that you know that we are always here for you!! A wonderful man died a hero!!
cindy
November 7, 2003
I just wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to your family for your tragic losses.We have a family member in Baghdad and want you to know that we truly appreciate the sacrifice your family has made for us.You will be in prayers
Jennifer (Nestor) Campbell
November 7, 2003
Barbara, Josh and Justin,
Gosh, I don't even know where to start. Ernie was a wonderful person. I am very thankful that we got to know y'all while we were neighbors in Colorado. He cared about y'all very much and you could definitely tell. I know he will be missed and our prayers are with you and your family.
In prayer,
Jennifer (Nestor) Campbell
Lynn M
November 7, 2003
I am a stranger to your family, though I have also lost a loved one recently. Still, I cannot imagine your grief. There's nothing I can say or do to lighten your hearts. I know that. But please know that many others are thinking of you at this sad time and you are in our prayers.
May they both soar with the angels in Heaven.
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