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David Buckson Obituary
Buckson, Sr.
AGE: 96 •
The Honorable David Penrose Buckson, Sr. of Camden, Delaware passed away suddenly with his wife by his side, Tuesday, January 17th, 2017 at the Delaware Veterans Home, Milford. He was 96.
A private interment of his ashes was held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro.
The Buckson family has planned a celebration of David's life to be held at Dover Downs, 4th floor, main building on February 6th, Monday. Guests are invited to arrive starting at 4:30. The Eulogy and guest comments are scheduled to begin at approximately 5:30 followed by the spreading of a portion of David's ashes around the horse track.
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November 5, 2017
Heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise at 1Thessalonians 4:14 will bring you comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be reassuring.
May 11, 2017
With deep sympathy for your loss, may the words at Hosea 13:14 bring you comfort and strength knowing that our love have a hope.
March 24, 2017
Only the good die young
February 24, 2017
Offering my condolences to those dear to David. "May mercy and peace and love be increased to you."-Jude 2
February 18, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76
BC~
M. Daniels
February 17, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 16, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss.. Throwing our burdens on God and looking into the beautiful hope His Word provides us can help to be a comfort during difficult times. I hope the loving promise made in John 6:40 can be a source of comfort. My condolences to your family..
February 10, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss. God Almighty, Yahweh, will give you strength to endure until his promises are fulfilled. (Isaiah 35:5, 6).
KELLEY
February 10, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
January 30, 2017
To the Buckson Family...my sincere sympathy for the loss of Governor Buckson...such a good and kind man who is now spreading his smile to all the Angels in heaven...rest in peace Sir
Uly & Lula
January 27, 2017
Patricia, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Know that your pain does not go unnoticed, God is aware and he cares about you. As you pray remember Psalm 10:17 tells us that when we pray, God listens.
Alphonso
January 26, 2017
To the family of David ape rose Bucksson Sr., I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.
Terry DeGroat
January 26, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I have fond memories of him and his family. He was a good man who was always full of life. Sending prayers to the family. Terry Willis DeGroat
January 20, 2017
True Delawarean......and his father Leon was a legend too
Chuck Smith..St. George's DE
Donna Bonneville
January 20, 2017
Mr. Buckson was such a woundeful person inside and out. He will be greatly missed.
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