Memphis, Tennessee
John H. Buchanan, 56, died Saturday, September 15, 2012. Mr. Buchanan, a Memphian, was the son of Homer H. and the late Ann C. Buchanan. He graduated from Oakhaven High School. A recipient of the Grace Moore Scholarship in Voice, he received his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from the...
Read MoreWith Deepest Sympathy to the family of John H. Buchanan. John was my voice teacher when I attended Shelby State and he was a excellent teacher and friend. Memphis Lost a extraordinary man gifted with talent, and I know he is singing today in the presence of the Lord.
Pastor Boyd Highfield
October 16, 2012 | Memphis, TN
Bless you John for Blessing Us!
See you one day in the choir!
Love,
Pami
Pamala "Pami" Contini Scoggins
September 21, 2012 | Germantown, TN
I can't even begin to express my sorrow at your loss, but, at the same time, I rejoice that your voice has joined the ultimate choir in heaven. So many, many, many wonderful, crazy memories that are etched in my mind. We had so much fun together, even when I got you in trouble. Yours was the closest friendship I ever had, and you have always had (and always will have) a very special place in my heart. We were inseparable for years from elementary through high school, continued to be...
Dean Hiatt
September 20, 2012 | Tobyhanna, PA
My dear friend-- first, I am so glad that you put your faith in Jesus long ago and that your Heavenly abode is secure. You were a kind and gentle soul, but that humor-- my, my, that humor could explode like a geyser, couldn't it? I miss you, all of your close friends at Oakhaven will-- thanks for sharing your wit, kindness, and strength. I have been blessed to have known you.
Jonathan Tutor
September 20, 2012 | Memphis, TN
I feel truly blessed to have known John Buchanan. Think of John for a moment...I bet you remember him smiling, because his broad smile seemed to always be on display. Few who have walked this earth have had John's talent, gentle spirit, sense of humor, uniqueness, and genuine kindness. His talent and good works will forever be missed in Memphis and Desoto County, but my, how much richer the choirs and stages in Heaven will be, with John gracing them! This big ol' gal (his term of endearment...
Dixie Leigh
September 19, 2012 | Hernando, MS
Rest in peace to good friend will miss you more then I can say
Bobby Chapman
September 19, 2012 | Memphis, TN
You were unique in all the world. I will miss you.
Vincent Astor
September 19, 2012 | Memphis, TN
To the Buchanan family. I and my family shall always remember and cherish the encouragement, patience and leadership that John showed towards my son Dorian when working with him at DFT at few years ago. His brass voice with be missed immensely.
Jennifer Davis-Sithole
September 18, 2012 | Olive Branch, MS
You will be greatly missed
rebecca webb
September 18, 2012 | Coldwater, MS