New York, New York
'He Just Amazed Me'
Where to begin with Greg Buck? Perhaps with wood.
He was an accomplished woodworker. For a number of years, he had a custom cabinetry and furniture business with his father, and they restored a couple of homes, including the Victorian that his parents live in in Staten Island.
He was also a classical pianist, and he played the organ at the weddings of friends. He went part of the way through cooking school and was quite proficient at the stove. He completed nursing school (where he met his wife, Catherine Morrison-Buck) and was thus a registered nurse, though he never practiced.
Finally, he was a firefighter with Engine Company 201 in Brooklyn.
"He was the most talented guy I've ever seen in my life," his wife said. "He just amazed me."
He was quiet about his multiple talents. It took awhile before his colleagues at the firehouse learned of his cooking skills and showed him to the kitchen. They began calling him the Silent Chef.
Firefighter Buck, 37, kept a woodworking shop in an old hotel he restored on Staten Island. He and his wife had planned to start a business selling antiques he restored and the new furniture he made. They were also in the process of buying a home on Staten Island. Mrs. Morrison-Buck closed on it a few weeks ago. Firefighter Buck was going to restore it. "Now it's my job," she said.
I was honored to carry the picture and name of Firefighter Gregory J Buck during the Tri Cities 911 Memorial Stair Climb in Bristol, Tennessee. His bravery and sacrifice are sacred and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, faithful servant.
Donna Hardy
September 10, 2023 | Gray, TN
Remembering Greg on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Cindy Roe
September 03, 2021 | Galesburg, MI
Rest in wonderful peace...
Alex
December 01, 2019 | Toronto
he is awesome guy
trevor dewitt
September 13, 2019 | Hill City Sd, SD | Friend
Thank you for your service. We will never forget, and today I pause to pray for your family and your many friends. Much love from Texas,
Del Newberry
July 11, 2018 | Garland, TX
Dear Ms.Catherine,
My name is Alyssa Ellison, and I am a senior at Klein High School in Klein, Tx. For a research project, I am creating a tribute to honor a victim of the September 11, 2001 tragic events at The World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and Flight 93. I have chosen to honor Greg Buck with my tribute.
I am sure that the memory of the event is quite painful, so if you prefer not to participate as a source in my research, please know that I understand...
Alyssa Ellison
September 28, 2016 | Klein, TX
I walked a mile for you (mile #271) on 6/3/13 as a dedication to your life.
Barbara Boam
July 13, 2013 | Colorado Springs, CO
My name is Mark Lopez. I am a firefighter with a department in Kansas. On Sept. 9, I will be climbing 110 stories in honor of Greg. I never knew him, he never knew me but I am proud to carry his picture on the climb for the second year in a row. Rest in peace, brother. This is for you.
Mark Lopez
September 04, 2012 | Shawnee, KS
To The Buck Family,
I never had the privilege of meeting Fireman Greg Joseph Buck, but in reading the obituary he was one of the most talented people that I have ever read about. But most importantly, Firefighter Buck lost his life in trying to save the life of others. A true hero indeed! Please accept my deepest thoughts of sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
(A Bible Student)
April 23, 2012
