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My condolences to the Buchanan family. Sincerely, Rich Segreto Jr. and Family
Rich Segreto Jr.
September 24, 2025 | Friend
Bristol, Connecticut
Aug 6, 1936 – Sep 15, 2025 (Age 89)
BRISTOLMelvin Francis Buchanan, 89, of Bristol, entered the gates of Heaven and was greeted by his son Gary on September 15, 2025. Mel was born in Bristol on August 6, 1936. He was the son of James and Elsie (Chamberlain) Buchanan and grew up in Plainville with his 3 brothers Phil, Richard and...
Read MoreMy condolences to the Buchanan family. Sincerely, Rich Segreto Jr. and Family
Rich Segreto Jr.
September 24, 2025 | Friend
Mr. Buchanan is one of a handful of my high school teachers who truly made an impression upon me. He made American history interesting for me as a student in 1970. Unfortunately, for any teacher, they had to really make the subject extremely appealing and alive for me. Otherwise, I was not interested. Mr. Buchanan found a way to keep my attention. He made me feel very proud when he told my mother, at a parent teacher meeting, what a good student I was and how I impressed him. I must say I...
Gail Doyle Geary
September 24, 2025 | School
Buck, Deepest condolences to you and your family. Straw
Chris Strahowski
September 22, 2025
To Marilyn, Darryl, Dan and Melanie....and Gary, I'm talking to you Gary (my former student at BCHS) ....I am so very sorry to hear about Mel's passing. A very long time ago, he was my teacher, as well as my guidance counselor at the brand new Bristol Eastern High School. Great guy - great family. My heartfelt condolences.
terrence marselle
September 19, 2025
In memory of Mel, a very special gentleman. May God bless you and your family now and always.
Josie Reardon
September 19, 2025 | Friend
As a graduate of BEHS Class of 64. I remember him as a kind and caring person. My condolences to his family. Roland Legere
Roland Legere
September 19, 2025 | School
Rest in peace, Mr Buchanan. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Buchanan family. May our Lord grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time. With love and blessings, The Bonola family.
The Bonola Family
September 19, 2025 | School
Please accept my condolences. When I think of Mel I see a warm gentle smile and a kindhearted colleague who I had the pleasure to share the halls of BEHS with.
Elizabeth Phelan
September 19, 2025 | Work
We are so saddened to learn of Mel's death. Our sympathy to the whole family. May the support of family and friends bring you comfort. The world has lost a special role model.
Bill and Angela Stortz
September 19, 2025 | Friend