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Francis McCall Obituary
Buck was born on Sept. 23, 1928, on the family farm in Clay Township, Butler County, and was the son of the late Ford L. McCall and the late Anna Mirda McCall.
Buck was a retired millwright at Pullman-Standard, employed until its closing.
He was a life member of the West Sunbury Volunteer Fire Department.
Buck was a livestock hauler in the tri-county area. He was a well-known farmer and always loved helping other farmers.
Buck is survived by seven children, F. Paul (Dorothy) McCall of Butler, Linda (David) Jordan of Pleasantville, Pa., Gary McCall, his special needs son whom he affectionately called "My Honey" of Sunnyview, Bruce (Kathy) McCall of Grove City, Walter (Sally) McCall of Butler, Timothy (Shirley) McCall of West Sunbury, and Frank (Dreama) McCall of West Sunbury; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Buck was preceded in death by his wife, Donna I. Dillaman McCall, whom he married Dec. 6, 1948, and who passed away July 26, 2017; two sisters, Mary McCandless and Esther Mae Brown: an infant brother, Paul McCall, and a brother, Robert McCall.
MCCALL - The family of Francis F. "Buck" McCall, who died Monday, June 24, 2019, will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at William F. Young Funeral Home, 132 Main St., West Sunbury.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Dennis Krajacic of Community Alliance Church officiating.
Burial will be in West Sunbury Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the West Sunbury Volunteer Fire Department.
If desired, online condolences can be submitted at www.williamfyoungfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robert Niggel
July 5, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family in "Buck's" passing. It was always a joy to talk with him and share thoughts and jokes. We were out of town, an are just catching up on the newspapers. Sorry to have missed his viewing. Bob & Vera Niggel
July 2, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Vic & Carolyn Rozic
June 30, 2019
Vic and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to the entire McCall family. Bucky used to stop on occasion for a quick visit and we just thoroughly enjoyed talking with him. Blessings to all.
Lee Weber
June 26, 2019
Bucky's Family Bucky will be greatly missed at the Pullman Reunion. We all looked forward to seeing him. Last year we celebrated his 90th birthday. Lee & Phyllis
June 26, 2019
Dear Linda and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember him well. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dolly
Mark Lauer
June 26, 2019
A great man has passed. I am a better man today because I knew Bucky. Quick with a helping hand to anybody who needed it, even quicker with a joke and smile. His devotion to his family and community go without saying. Thank you for everything Buck, Rest Easy Buddy, Its sad not seeing your driving the tanker..... Thanks for all the help to Unionville Fire Dept.... Mark
Roberta Andrade
June 26, 2019
It is a sad day when such a loving and giving man is no longer with his family, his friends and his community. He is missed and will always be remember for his kindness and his unswerving commitment to his community
June 25, 2019
My condolences to Bucks family and a thanks to Buck for being so helpful to the coummunity. from Mark Prokay and my father Steve Prokay
cindy CONTI
June 25, 2019
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
June 25, 2019
My son Greg and his family Kathy, Sarah and Jake enjoyed Bucky so much. My blessings to your family. Linda Henderson
Jim (Zippy) and Kathy Campbell
June 25, 2019
May Gods light shine over you're entire family in this time of need and healing.
Our sincere deepest sympathy to you all.
Juanita Bowser
June 25, 2019
Tim,
My deepest sympathies to you & your family at this difficult time. Prayers for you all.
Donna Gardner-Depew
June 25, 2019
Dear McCall family, So sorry to read of the passing of your father.
Michael&Dee Dee Newcaster
June 25, 2019
Dear Paul & families; May we express our deepest sympathy in the death of your Father. May he RIP!
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