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Duane Buckner Obituary
He was born in Erie on January 26, 1982, a son of Duane E. Buckner, Sr. and Verna Morgan, both of Erie.
Duane attended Strong Vincent High School and held many positions in the manufacturing industry.
He had a smile that was contagious; one that could brighten anyone's day, loved music and sports, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers; and had been a member of Mt. Ebal Baptist Church. Duane was an avid runner, he was consistent in his daily workouts, and could be seen running all around town.
Duane is preceded in death by his grandfather, Samuel Buckner, and cousin Dorian "Snori" Buckner.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Dawn Marlow Buckner; his three children, Duane E. Buckner, III, Elisea N. Buckner and Erik X. Buckner, all of Erie; and a sister, Patrice Carter of Washington D.C. Duane is further survived by his grandparents, Jannie Morgan, Delores Buckner and Fred Morgan; Godmother Mary Ulmer as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call at Burton Funeral Homes and Crematory Inc., 602 W. 10th St., Erie on Tuesday, November 12th from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. with burial following at Erie Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in care of the family, to Burton Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to www.Burtonfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Duane Buckner
Sponsored by Burton Quinn Scott Cremation & Funeral Services Downtown - Erie.
David Taylor
February 25, 2020
You will be missed
Craig Lear
November 25, 2019
Damn B... Life will never be the same...
Miranda Drzewiecki
November 13, 2019
Sorry for you loss ❤
Justin Wegelin
November 12, 2019
B I love u bro Rest easy my dude D4L
Kimberly Green
November 12, 2019
Verna, my deepest condolences for your loss. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. We love you
Kim
Becky Pintea
November 12, 2019
Verna,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't believe this has happened. I pray for you and the entire family as you begin to cope with this tragedy.
God Bless,
Becky Pintea
John Beyrer
November 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Chrystal Diamond
November 11, 2019
Miss verna..my sincere condolences and many prayers for u and the family. God bless
Bug Burgos
November 11, 2019
Rest easy b u will be missed.
Bonnie Joint Atkins
November 11, 2019
To All The Family,. Boomp was someone very special. I remember him when he was young and would hang out with my nephew's (Steve and Jon Joint). Always a Good Person.As the years have went by nomatter where I would see him he would Always make sure he said Hi or wave. My heart and prayers are with The Family.May he Rest in Peace!! I will Miss seeing him.
Jerome Mccarthy
November 10, 2019
I lost a life long friend, heaven gained a soldier, see you when I get there... rest easy bo.... 17s Finest.
Bishop and Pastor Curtis & Vickie Jones Sr
November 10, 2019
On behalf of Bishop Curtis L Jones Sr and Pastor Vickie Jones and New Life and Spirit Revival Center, we extend our sympathies! Ours prayers are that you will know and stand on the fact that God is able to see you through this very difficult time.
Glenn Davis
November 10, 2019
To Verna & The Morgan/Buckner Family: So sorry to hear about the transition of your dearly beloved. May God carry you through this difficult time. Trust Him. Joy comes in the morning. Be blessed.
Rosalie McMathis
November 10, 2019
Duane may you R.I.P. offering your family members deeps condolences .
Paula Beard
November 10, 2019
Eye will always love you and you will always be my lil brother and eye will never forget the moments we had as brother and sister yo big sis Paula Beard~ abundant love and light to your children and mother Verna eye promise to to my best by them as well as our father Duane Senior.
Silvia Lasanta
November 10, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Tinishia Woodward
November 10, 2019
Boomp,
I love you so much and I never knew a pain like this before. We have something that I will hold onto forever.
Love always,
Your Double Cousin
nina overton
November 10, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with BOOMPS wife and family much love from the Overton's my husband was boomps boy boomp was at our home lot this summer damn
Sonya Ulmer
November 10, 2019
I LOVE YOU. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BRO AND I GOT MY BABIES YOU KNOW THAT!!!!
Starlet Beard
November 9, 2019
Starlet Beard
Starlet Beard
November 9, 2019
To the Buckner Family may the lord hold you in his loving hands and keep Boomp warm as he crosses over. Much
Always Starlet
Christina Burgos-Montanez
November 9, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always. Rest peacefully my friend
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