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Mary Buchanan Obituary
Mary Elizabeth "Nana" Buchanan, passed away November 17, 2015, peacefully at home with her loving family and caregivers at her side. Mary had a daycare for over 20 years, loved caring for children. She also enjoyed traveling, bowling, dancing, gardening, gambling, camping and spending time with family and friends.
Mary is survived by her husband of 57 years, Veteran Fred Eldon Buchanan of California. Mary is survived by her four children, Kevin & Lisa, Lori & Henry Dykema, Steven, Deborah & John Talcott. Also her grandchildren, Heidi, Kristin, Adam, Lindy, Sarah, Katie, Jake, Jon, Joe, James and Nicole, nine great grandchildren, seven brothers and sisters and several nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by sisters Doris Armell and Helen Ouellette.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, November 20, 2015 from 4 to 6 pm at Mtn View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Drive, Essex Jct, VT 05452. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 21 at 11:00 am in St Marks Catholic Church, North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408, with interment to follow at Fort Ethan Allen Cemetery, Colchester, Vt 05446.
A special thanks to our wonderful team of caregivers from Griswold Home Care and the supportive staff at Bayada Hospice. In-lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Mary's memory to Bayada Hospice, 80 Pearl St, Essex, Vt 05452.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Buchanan
Trudy Gamelin Schwenn
November 26, 2015
Dear Fred and Family we always Loved Mary so sorry for your great Lost My Heart goes out to you I will pray for your family all my Love and prayers !
Terri Sabens & Jim Daignault
November 25, 2015
So sorry for your loss, I know how much she meant to all of you. It has been so nice in the past to be able to go to your gatherings and see your mom enjoying life, she certainly had the most loving family and friends that any woman could ask for.
I see the sadness in your eyes but the relief that she is no longer suffering, may her memories hold close to your hearts at this sad time. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Scott
November 24, 2015
So very sorry to hear about Mary. I will always remember the many days we spent playing Yahtzee. We laughed more than we played. The world has lost a special person. Rest in Peace Mary.
Darlene Annance
November 22, 2015
Fred, I'm so sorry for your loss of Mary, she was a wonderful lady, I'm so glad i had the pleasure to know her. She is most likely laughing up a storm with Pa (John) and having a drink with him. Find comfort in the knowledge of knowing you will see her again. Love you, Darlene
Darlene Annance
November 22, 2015
Steven and Lori, I'm so sorry for your loss of your mom, she was an absolute angel and we all loved her very much. My son Ryan who's birthday is the same day as Mary's said to let you know he was sorry she's gone but now has all her memories back. Prayers for peace and comfort. Love you all
Darlene Annance and family
Bonnie Murray
November 21, 2015
Deb that was a really nice service for your mom. I am sure she is looking down on all of you with that wonderful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randi/Robert Duval/Maxwell
November 21, 2015
Sending our condolences
Hillary Cogdill
November 21, 2015
God's Garden : Author Unkown
"God looked upon his garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon this earth
and saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful
He only takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain.
He that knew you would never
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered "Peace be thine."
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again."
It was truly an honor to have known you, Mrs. Mary! Thank you for the many smiles and laughs we shared. I am so glad that you're resting now, peacefully and comfortably... you deserve it! You will live on in our hearts and memories, your legacy is strong.
My continued thoughts and prayers are with you, Mr. Fred, Lori, Deb and boys (and all of you Grandkids and Great Grandkids)!! So much love to your entire family! <3 <3 <3
Patty Fecteau
November 20, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of Mary. She was a wonderful woman who always made me laugh. I feel blessed to have known her for most of my life and will cherish the many memories I have of her. She was the best lawn jart player on this planet:) My thoughts and prayers are with Fred, Kevin, Lori, Steven, Debbie, all of Mary's siblings and your families. God Bless.
Tammi Provencher
November 20, 2015
Lori and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace.
November 20, 2015
Dear Lori and family,
So sorry about your mom and the kids Nana.
Try to remember all the wonderful times and love you shared with her and puppa. My thoughts are with you. XXOO Cath
Ernie Goodrich
November 20, 2015
Dear Fred and Family-
So sorry to hear of the loss of Mary. She was a beautiful lady and I will cherish all the good times we had together. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Betty Kaumeyer
November 20, 2015
I am so sorry ,I miss having Mary across the street ,she was my other mother,she was always there for me.What a great women,sending all my prayers,love you dad,Betty,Kevin and family.
Frank Lunderville
November 20, 2015
So sorry to hear about Mary's passing. My condolences to Fred and the entire family. She was a fun loving wonderful woman, that always brightened up the room. Rest in Peace Mary.
Mary Blondin-Lariviere
November 20, 2015
Deb and Family
My deepest sympathy on the loss of you mom - know that heaven has gained an angel.
Stephanie Martin
November 19, 2015
Such a loving women with a caring heart. She was always so good to me! Rest in Peace, Mary.
Heidi Buchanan Schmidt
November 19, 2015
Rest peacefully my beloved nana. Your memories will be forever cherished and the stories of how you touched so many will passed on and on. I know you're looking over us, please give us all the strength we need. Xoxox
Colleen Nichols
November 19, 2015
To Lori and extended family. Sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother "Nana". She provided much tender loving care to my son Matthew years ago when I went to work. May she rest in peace. In sympathy and prayer, Colleen and Mark Leonard-Nichols
November 19, 2015
Fred and family,
I am so sorry for your lose. Remember the good times and smile as Mary would want you to.
Stan Willard
November 19, 2015
Mary you may rest in peace love you a lot. Fred and family I will always think of you doing these trying days. I took her for a walk so many times a the club
Taron saucedo
November 19, 2015
Heaven gained another Angel. The handful of times Aunt Mary visited us here in California will always remembered...she was always tough as a rock, but in her loving way that will always stay with me. She is and will be missed by all of her Family here in California.
David Chandler
November 19, 2015
So sorry for your lose my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
November 19, 2015
The loss of another of our family members is so sad. Thank God we are blessed with wonderful childhood memories. Mary's family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Dot Many's family
Kristin Pike
November 19, 2015
I miss you so much already nana thank you all that have left such kind messages. She sure was a special lady! Touched so many hearts in her 76 years. But she was needed elsewhere and will now guide me from above. Nana, please give me your strength to get through this. I need it!
kaitlin Buchanan
November 19, 2015
R.I.P. Nana I LOVE you so very much!!!
Colleen Forkas
November 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May your mother rest easy. God bless.
Betty & Gary Shepard
November 19, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Buchanan family at this time of loss.Mary was and is a dear friend who will never be forgotten.
Tiffany LeClair
November 19, 2015
Lindy and family,
So sorry for you loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred (papa) Buchanan
November 19, 2015
Love, hugs and kisses. miss you dearly..
Debbie West
November 19, 2015
My deepest condolences go out to the Buchanan family, I got to enjoy many wonderful years with her myself! You will be missed....
Carol Peterson
November 19, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mary (NANA). My heart is breaking for you all, especially for my Heidi. Mary was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Linda Tatro Greenwood
November 19, 2015
Fred and family, please accept my heart condolences on the loss of your wife (mother)Mary. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Cherish the many memories life gave along the way. RIP Mary....
Wanda Grogan
November 19, 2015
I want to express my deepest sympathies to Mary's family at this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers...
Tina & John Felix
November 19, 2015
I had only had the pleasure to meet Mary a few times. During those times she always brought a smile to my face. She will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers to out to her family.
kori billings
November 19, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim Allard Poirier
November 19, 2015
Fred,Kevin,Lori,Deb & Steven So very sorry to read this today. My heart is with you all right now. Remembering a wonderful lady. Kim ALLARD Poirier
Sammy Nielsen
November 18, 2015
Aunt Mary was an amazing woman with a huge heart just like her sister (my Nana, Doris). They were the best pair and taught us all what true love and friendship is. I truly wish I could be there this weekend to show my love and I'm sending all my thoughts and love.
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