Bernard F. Shinkman

It was truly a pleasure to work with Buck for the past year or so. He was a singular individual who’s dedication, experience and creativity was inspiring. Yet, it is his wry sense of humor and patient leadership that I will miss the most. I feel honored to have worked with Buck. His expert knowledge still guides me in my work, and will for many years to come. His loss leaves this world a poorer place.

Gillian,

I just received this week's NPC Record and was shocked and so sad to see that Buck had died. Buck and I worked together for more years than I can count, and he was always one of the nicest and most professional of my colleagues. I was happy that we were able to keep in touch through the Press Club, and will greatly miss our quick chats over tacos in the Reliable Source. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kaky

Buck made the country a better place with his contributions to his community and to American diplomacy. He enrichened all around him with his warmth, his gentle humor, and his quiet leadership. This is a very sad loss of a very fine man. My deepest sympathy to the Shinkman family.

Knowing Buck was one of the pleasures of life. Wise, witty, and always available for advice, hard work, or a thoughtful conversation.
Neal Walsh/Friend

I had the great pleasure of working with Buck over the last year - always a fantastic and patient person - he will be missed in Milwaukee, WI.
God Bless you, Buck. My thoughts and prayers are with Gillian and the family.

May it help to know that others care. Take comfort in God's Word, the Bible for strength. He will sustain you. James 4:8

So sorry to hear about Buck's sudden passing. I only had the privilege of getting to know Buck in the last year through some work he was helping us with regarding sales of Harley-Davidson Police Motorcycles through Government programs. I valued his knowledge and understanding and I will miss his counsel. My prayers are with him and his family.

Buck was truly an exemplary man, who loved his country and his family and was fully dedicated to them throughout his life. He will be missed in our office, and in the lives of the countless people who knew him.

Buck,
Fellow Army veteran. Fellow USIA veteran. Good friend. You never forgot what is important in life. You never forgot the people around you. My prayers are with you. Ride on.