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Martha Buck Obituary
SHREVEPORT - Martha Bray Buck, of Shreveport, LA, was born in Lewisville AR December 15, 1931. She passed away Sunday, March 4, 2012. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 7, 2012, 1:00-2:00 p.m., at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 6012 Youree Drive, Shreveport LA 71105. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke's, with interment at Forest Park West. Reverend Terry Love will officiate.
Martha was retired from Caddo Parish School Board where she taught elementary school, later becoming the system's first early childhood education supervisor. Martha and husband Bill instructed round dance classes and cued round dance throughout the United States for thirty-one years, including work with Red River Rounders Round Dance Club and Southern Swingers Square Dance Club.
She is preceded in death by daughter Cindy Buck Smith, as well as her parents, William Francis and Lillie Orlean Bray. Martha is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Bill Buck, grandson Matthew Smith, son-in-law Pete Smith, one sister, Lillie Bray Alexander and husband Don of West End, NC, three brothers, Wayne Bray of Lamarque TX, Jim and wife Joe of Malvern AR, Billy and wife Betty of Lewisville AR, and numerous other relatives.
Pallbearers will be Roger Bonin, Richard Butt, Danny Ebarb, Ken Frazier, Martin Philyaw, and Jay Williams.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements handled by Rose-Neath South Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Martha Buck
March 13, 2012
Dear Bill,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved Martha. Bob & I so enjoyed the summer you were up at Lolo, Mt. & our evening out at dinner there. Bob passed away Jan. 11, 2008 & he so loved keeping in touch with you & we both loved your dances so much. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your entire family.
Joyce Jones
Mesa, Az
March 10, 2012
Ms Maatha,
Your unexpected passing has left a huge emptiness in our hearts.
You were our instructor, friend, confidant, and travel companion. And in some ways, our 2nd mom.
As we have been reflecting these past few days we recall the encouragement you gave us in our dancing and in life. We think of all the places we would not have seen without you; the friends we have made in other states that we travelled to. We watched Matt grow into an outstanding young man with a terrific future due to your (and Bill's) caring and tutoring.
So these thoughts and memories hopefully will fill some of the emptiness in our hearts and maybe we can continue "making memories" with Bill. We miss you terribly.
with much love, Roger & Carolyn
Vicky Fortenberry
March 8, 2012
I'm so sad to hear about Martha. She was such a wonderful and caring person. Alan and I will keep you in our prayers.
Betsy & Chuck Berry
March 8, 2012
Bill -- we were so sad to hear about Martha. We have such wonderful memories of dancing with her. She was a real inspiration.
Kay & Bob "Ski's" Kurczewski
March 7, 2012
Bill you are in our hearts and prayers. You and Martha have been special friends for many years and we love you both dearly. Martha was always the shining light to be around. Whenever you were with her she made you feel like you were special no matter who you were. There was a special place in heaven waiting for her and the Lord could not wait any longer to have her fill it. We love you Martha.
Rob and Terri Sherwood
March 7, 2012
We were so sorry to hear about the unexpected death of Martha and hope the outpouring of love from the round dance community can help ease the pain for the Buck family. We enjoyed the times we danced with Bill and Martha in CO finding them to be two of the most gracious leaders in our hobby. Our sympathies are with Bill at this most difficult time.
Red RiverRounders - Mardi Gras Dance Feb 25, 2012
March 7, 2012
Red River Rounders - Home for the Holiday's Dance November 19, 2011
March 7, 2012
Darrell & Karen Nelson
March 7, 2012
We are shocked and saddened to learn that Martha has left us. We loved both dancing with you and having you as teachers at Red River over the years. We send you prayers for peace and healing.
Darrell and Karen
Jim & Kay McDowell
March 7, 2012
Bill, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this great time of sorrow. All the beautiful dances that you and Martha wrote will be danced and remembered forever. Peace be with you!
March 7, 2012
Our regards to Bill and family--it is so sad to lose another dance friend and such a lovely on too--Dave and Nita Smith, Lubbock, TX
Jan & George Wooding
March 7, 2012
It was Martha's kindness and caring for people 'outside' the box as we were that made her special. The first time we heard of Halloween Ball was when we saw a flyer at Memphis German. Martha's encouragement made us go and we went just about every year since. Martha & Bill had a special glowing rapport with all dancers and I know this glow will continue. Our sincere sorrow to you Mr. Bill. Take comfort in knowing that a lot of people care and are praying for you and your family,
Jerry Mundell
March 7, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rodney & Carolyn Rentrop
March 7, 2012
Bill, you know our prayers are with you and Matthew. You and Martha have been our special dear friends since that wonderful week in Fun Valley in 1985. Losing Martha is like losing one of our family. It was a real shock to us as I know it was to you. Carolyn has loss her memory with the Alzheimers but I do believe she remembered Martha when I read Richard Butt's e-mail about Martha. We have done so many wonderful things together, she had to remember. I will call you after you can settle down. Rodney & Carolyn Rentrop
Red River Rounders Dinner at Roseville B&B December 1, 2011
March 7, 2012
Rod & Sharon McNair
March 7, 2012
We enjoyed dancing with you in Lolo, Mt. The two of you were such beautiful dancers and we enjoy many of the dances you wrote. Our thoughts are with you and your family Bill.
John & Norma Jean Becker
March 7, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bill during this difficult time. We will always cherish our many wonderful times we've spent together. Martha will be missed. May she live on through her great choreographed dances. Much love to you and your family.
Larry & Susan Sperry
March 7, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Martha's passing. We did not know you well but we did attend your workshops in Lolo, MT. You both touched our hearts with your special choreography, southern warmth and your wonderful personable teaching style. We will keep you in our prayers Bill.
March 7, 2012
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Always enjoyed dancing with you and the group. I just know you are now dancing with the Lord and teaching the angels.
Don & Liz Trotter
Mary Simmons
March 7, 2012
David and I enjoyed our dancing activity with you and Bill so much-great memories and your patience and help in teaching will always be remembered. My condolence to Bill as I too know the loss of a loved one and will keep him in my prayers.
Alice Berry
March 7, 2012
Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this time of sorrow. Ms. Martha will be missed by all. Her smile was intoxicating,such a great lady.Mike and Alice Berry
George & Pamela Hurd
March 7, 2012
Dear Sweet Miz Martha. We miss you so much already. Please watch over and help us to capture just a little bit of your love and sweetness to keep in memory of you. We never met anyone as full of goodness as you.
George & Pamela Hurd
March 7, 2012
George & Pamela Hurd
March 7, 2012
George & Pamela Hurd
March 7, 2012
March 6, 2012
Bill,
We are grateful for the times we shared on the dance floor with you and Martha. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ronald and June Van Buren
(from Jackson, Mississippi in the '80s)
Skip & Lou Gates
March 6, 2012
Bill and Matthew,
We are so sorry to hear about Martha.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. There are a lot of wonderful memories that we will always cherish.
God bless you.
Skip & Lou Gates
DAPHNE PEARSON
March 6, 2012
When you look at the night sky and see the brightest star, that is Ms Martha smiling down at us. I am sure she has a notebook, paper, and pen in hand making out schedules and getting everything in order. We already miss this terrific lady in our lives and our hearts. Our thoughts, prayers, and love go out to Bill and family.
March 6, 2012
Hi Mr. Buck,
I just read about your loss. I am so sorry. It has been many many years since I have seen you but I remember all of the stories you would tell us about you and Mrs. Buck. You are in my thoughts and prayers. jean digrazia
Annie Brownrigg
March 6, 2012
We shared many memorable moments with Martha and Bill. We will always remember doing festivals both in Co. and LA and other places. What fun times we have to remember. Martha will be missed by not only us but so many dancers. Our prayers go with you Bill. Much Love, Annie Brownrigg and Carl Dammeir
March 6, 2012
We have always considered Bill and Martha as one of our special friends. Martha was a gracious, enthusiastic, generous woman who shed her light on all the world. The friendship we had with the two of you will always remain in a special place in our hearts. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you, Bill.
Bob and Sally Nolen
Nasser Shukayr
March 6, 2012
Martha was a wonderful lady. The phrase "Bill and Martha" is instantly recognized nationwide as a world-class team. Thanks for teaching me to round dance! You are a tremendous positive influence on many thousands of people. I express extreme gratitude for our many years of friendship along with deepest sympathy to Bill and family.
Cheryl & Chuck Sherman
March 6, 2012
Dear Bill
So sorry for your loss. Martha was a very
kind and sweet lady. May God give you strength to carry on during this difficult time. Cheryl & Chuck Sherman Merry Go Rounds
Donna & Jerry Bruss
March 6, 2012
We have enjoyed and had the honor and privelege of knowing and spending time with Martha and Bill through our common activity of round dancing. We remember Martha for her friendship, and personality. There was no one who was a stranger to Martha, as she was a caring, loving, personality to all she was in contact with. We will miss her and her wonderful smile very, very much.
We extend our sincerest sympathy, along with our thoughts and prayers to Bill and to her family.
You do not always have the good fortune in this world, to know such a wonderful lady, as Martha. Rest in God's grace and place for you, Martha, know that you were loved by the many you touched and taught.
Jerry & Barbara Pierce
March 6, 2012
Bill, it is with pain, sadness and shock as we realize we have lost a dear friend! She was a greaous lady Jerry and I loved. We will always cherish the dancing togeather and the midnight talks and her great bowl of soup. May God carry you through this time of grief and give you a peace that passes all understanding. We love you and send our prayers.
Lynn & Donna Roumagoux
March 6, 2012
We have known Bill and Martha for many years. meeting them in Estes Park, CO at a dance clinic and then later having them come to Alaska for a dance weekend. Everyone enjoyed their warm spirit. Miss Martha will truly be missed by us and the entire round dance world. She and Bill dedicated their lives to teaching dancers and were loved by all.
Bev Oren
March 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Bill and the family.
Ken & Jamie Heft
March 6, 2012
Martha was a True Angel
Lois Testa
March 6, 2012
Martha was a very warm and gracious lady, who will be missed by all of the people whose lives she enriched.
Denise & John Storey
March 6, 2012
We are still in shock! What a huge loss for everyone in the dance community that had the joy of knowing Martha. Her smile and warm personality will be missed deeply. Bill, our hearts go out to you during this extremely difficult time. Hopefully, the love and support of your family and friends will be of some comfort.
Joe and Cindy Meyers
March 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Martha's family and friends at this time. Anyone that knew her has fond memories. She was a wonderful caring Lady that will be greatly missed. Love Ya "Ms Maatha"
Delpha Cansler
March 6, 2012
We have lost a very special lady in Martha Buck. So gracious,helpful, sweet and talented. I will have very fond memories of her and my prayers go out to Bill and the family.
Mark Stinnett
March 6, 2012
Bill and Martha were a fixture in so many lives. I am so sad to see her go. Lori, Matt, Sean and I will keep Martha and Bill in our prayers.
Joe and Debbie Krivan
March 6, 2012
We are so sorry about Martha. We whave Bill and everyone in the family in our prayers and thoughts.
Sharon Hamner
March 6, 2012
It has been such an honor knowing Martha and Bill for many years. Martha's sweet smile and loving nature will be missed. Bill, my heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
March 6, 2012
What a smile and what a lady. We will
all miss Martha so much. Our thoughts
and prayers are with you Bill and all
of your family.
Liz and Al Prince
Linda Ricks
March 6, 2012
Martha's passing leaves a big loss to share in our round dance circle of friends. Martha was a strong presence in our lives as she contributed her talents so graciously to us. I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you and the family of Martha. Linda Ricks
Marti Butt
March 6, 2012
Martha, you've been like a MOM to me over the years. You supported me in difficult times and, after dancing with YOU for a couple years, you matched me up with a permanent dance partner who later became my Sweetie Pie and husband. I love you, Martha!
Bea and Jerry Leavelle
March 6, 2012
Martha you will be sorely missed. Enjoyed all the times we got to dance with you and Bill at your Clubs. Our prayers are with you Bill and your family. Our deepest sympathy Bea and Jerry Leavelle
Oscar Sill
March 6, 2012
She was a lovely LADY. We'll miss her.
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