Gary-Buckner-Obituary

Gary F. Buckner

Flint, Michigan

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BUCKNER, Gary F. - Of Marion, North Carolina, formerly of Flint, age 50, died Saturday, March 29, 2008 at Missions Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Father Paul Schwermer officiating. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to an Education Fund for Dominique Buckner. Visitation 2-9PM Wednesday at the funeral home. A rosary will be prayed at 7PM Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Gary was born in Flint, Michigan on November 1, 1957, the son of Jay and Barbara (Leonard) Buckner. He graduated from Grand Blanc High School. Surviving are parents, Jay and Barbara Buckner of Boyne City; daughter, Dominique Buckner; sisters, Laura Ann Wallace of Swartz Creek, Mary Helen and husband Matthew McCarthey of North Carolina, Kathryn and husband Charles Lunn of Georgia and Sara Lynn and husband Indalecio Rodriguez of Texas; brother, Greg and Nancy Buckner; fiancee' Cindy Hall; uncle, Robert F. Leonard of Flint; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by brothers, David Leonard Buckner and Jay Daniel Buckner; grandmother, Helen P. Leonard. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com



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Dear Buckner Family;
Please know how deeply sorry we were to hear about the loss of Gary.
As a young girl growing up around many families playing hockey, your family was the best! I have such great memories of staying out at the Buckner "Ranch". I will always remember how Gary could make me laugh! It sounds like he enriched many of lives here on earth and we are all blessed to have had him be a part of it. Love to all of you,

To the entire Buckner family,

Words can't express my sorrow, I just found out and wanted you to know how deeply saddened I am and that you are all in my thoughts. My memories of Gary and all of you are fresh in my mind, I can picture his smiling face and the great times our families had together. I look back at those "good old days" with such fond memories, they were a big part of what shaped my life. Please know that Gary and your family hold a special place in my heart.

Dominique,

I was so very sorry to hear about your dad! I will keep you in my thoughts! Take good care of yourself!

Mrs. Totzke
Linden Middle School

gary will be deeply missed. he was such an incredible person with such a big heart, he made me laugh on many occasions!!! my thoughts are with his family at this time..

To the Buckner family,
I was sadden to hear about Gary, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I will truly miss Gary, he was a great friend and talented musician. He always had a smile and laugh to share with me. I heard a song today and it reminded me of Gary (Life Ain't Always Beautiful by Gary Allen), "Life ain't always beautiful, but its a beautiful ride!"

My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Buckner family. Gary was an angle while on this earth always the protector of those who were picked on or laughed at by the bullies of this world. His heart was so, so very big in kindness and love. He made everyone around him laugh and feel good about themselves. He has always been one of the people I have missed since leaving Michigan, Gary’s smile, good nature and love for life will always remain in my thoughts and heart.

Jay and Barb, My deepest sympathy for another loss. My prayers are with you and the family. I lost Don in July 2007. I know you have lots of fond memories too share. Sincerely Nova

Dear Katie, Charlie and the Buckner family ~ I'm so sorry to hear of your loss; please accept my deepest heartfelt sympathy. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of Gary. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

To the Buckner family,

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are w/ you.
Pat and Sharon O'Connor