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Troy Buchanan Obituary
local photographer, died on January 26th at 12:30pm from pancreatic cancer. He passed away in his Chandler home with the two people he loved most - his wife Sheila and his son Alex. He is survived by his brothers Larry and Terry. Troy was 57 and a half. Troy was born in Hobbs New Mexico surrounded by oil derricks. He raised hell until he joined the Marine Corps in 1970 and served in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged after 4 long years. Troy went to trade school to learn his dream job, a Tool Maker. His true passion was black and white photography which is why he had a dark room in his house. Some of his works, including hand colored photos, can be seen at his website troybuchananphotography.com. He hiked throughout Arizona to find the best shots. Troy was active in the local art community in both Glendale and Chandler. Troy's memory service will be this Saturday, January 30 at 6pm at Bueler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Dr. Chandler, AZ.
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Bill Saunders
February 5, 2010
Sheila, the support group and I want to express our condolences to you and your family. You and Troy were so inspirational to us all. Troy fought the good fight against the cancer. He loved you so much! We pray for your strength and peace.
Nancy Warner
February 2, 2010
Sheila I never met two people more in love than you and Troy. In your short time together I believe you experienced more than most people do in a life time. Troy will be missed and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you.
Stacie Smith
January 31, 2010
I wish that my family could have gotten to know Troy and Alex better. We only met a few times. I know that he will be missed. My condolences go out to my Aunt Sheila for the loss of her husband and best friend. I love you!
Sara Hart
January 30, 2010
Troy had such a big heart full of love for you, Alex, and all around him. I loved him as a brother in law. He will remain in our hearts forever and his photographs will be treasured. The Grand Canyon will always mean so much for me since I was able to share it with you and Troy. I am sorry for our physical loss of Troy but I know in my heart that he is here watching over you and loving you. Sheila, I love you and I will miss Troy so much. I enjoyed hiking with both of you and talking about our future trips together.
Harold & Donna Dillon
January 30, 2010
We have admired Troy, his talents and connectiviness . He was very thoughtful of Sheila and Alex and we want you to know we are too.
Sharon Fletcher
January 30, 2010
Sheila, Our thoughts and words of heartfelt sympathy are sent that you may know- many others share your loss and want to tell you so. Our memories of Troy and his photographs are upper most in our minds. I will always cherish the framed picture Troy did for me of the lily. May you always know that you are loved and that Troy is not in pain anymore.
Steve Dillon
January 29, 2010
Sheila, Lisa and I had a wonderful time visiting you and Troy and Alex during his last few weeks here with us. He is now pain free and has a new camera...I'am sure his is doing fine now.. The heaven's can alway use a great man like Troy.. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him...
Debbie Husar
January 29, 2010
Sheila, may your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I feel very fortunate to have met Troy and shared good times with him.
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