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Larry Buchan Obituary
Larry Lloyd Buchan
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary Ann; his son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Jenine Buchan; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Brian McMahan; and daughter and son-in-law, Cathy and Jake Mitchell. He also leaves behind his grand-children he so dearly loved, Chris Buchan, Kelli (Kent) Bergsagel, Brittany and Tyler McMahan, Grace and Claire Mitchell. He was able to meet his first great-grandchild, Conrad Bergsagel. He is also survived by brothers, Brian and Lyle Buchan.
He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd Buchan and Freida Armbruster; and sister, Vivian Ellison.
Larry was born in Baker, OR on September 30, 1932. He grew up in Eastern Oregon and joined the Navy upon graduation from high school. After serving four years in the Navy he went on to earn his journeyman plumbing license. He spent many years working in southern California as a journeyman plumber.
He married the love of his life, MaryAnn, in 1956. They raised their family in Bellflower, CA until 1979 when they moved to Everett, WA to own and operate the local Baskin-Robbins stores. Starting with two stores in 1979, the family grew their business to four stores and still operate one today.
In 1982, Larry took a job with the city of Everett and worked as a plumbing inspector until his retirement in 1998. He enjoyed many years of gardening, tinkering in the garage and short vacations with MaryAnn. Affectionately known as Larry, Mr. B, or Papa, his energy was infectious wherever he went.
He will be deeply missed by his family, especially at regular Sunday dinner gatherings.
A celebration of Larry's life will be held at St. John's Catholic Church in Mukilteo on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. A private internment ceremony will be held at a later date at Tahoma National Military Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Buchan
Sam (Bacon)
March 24, 2022
So many wonderful memories of Larry, Mary Ann & family - He would be so proud of you all.
Here's a photo from one of the many good times with my parents. (pictured L to R: Darryl & Audrey Estes, Bake & Alice Bacon, Mary Ann & Larry Buchan)
Cindi (Southard) Teuber
April 22, 2012
Thank you for sharing Mr B with us all, He was a favorite of mine. He will always be in my heart as will all the Buchans. May all the wonderful memories help you through the hard days. Peace to you all!
Crystal Britt (Carlson)
April 3, 2012
When I was 15 my first job was at Baskin-Robbins on 41st, Mr.B was a very kind man, always had a smile on his face when he stopped in. My prayers are with Him and his family.
Lisa August
April 3, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss of such a kind, friendly man. I worked at CostCutter and StockMarket foods where Larry often came in and bought bananas for his ice-cream stores. He always joked that he had a monkey, gorilla, or that he bought Baskin and Robbins stores to put his kids to work when they couldn't find a job. When my husband and I bought our first home, there came Larry the water inspector. He was such a nice guy and always had a smile on his face and loved to laugh. He will be missed for sure! I haven't worked in the grocery business for over 13 years, but nice customers like Larry you don't forget. My deepest sympathies to the family, but what a blessing to have had him on this earth.
Dan Malsom
April 2, 2012
My first time to meet Larry was at a house that his daughter Cindy was sharing with my wife Sharron and their good friend Janet. A family van pulled up in the driveway and out piled the entire Buchan family after one of their many family outings. The one thing I will always remember was the laughter and love that came from that van as the entire family got out to say hi. Larry "Lar" was the perfect example of what it meant to be a "family man." His laughter and kindness will be greatly missed.
Some of the joy and love of Larry & MaryAnn
Sam Bacon-McTavish
April 1, 2012
Sam Bacon-McTavish
April 1, 2012
Our whole family aches with this news. Thank you for the many, many years of laughter, quirkiness, and joy. We wish you well celebrating the life of this wonderful, dear man. He will always be my dad's best grade school friend.
Matt Bolin
April 1, 2012
Too soon a departure for a great guy. He leaves a legacy of a great family, fond memories, and a genuinely positive (and tolerant) impact on many lives and multiple generations. I am fortunate to have known him.
Shelly Pfeifer-Hayes
April 1, 2012
My condolenses to the Buchan family. I worked for him well going through college. My favorite memory of Mr. B was him delivering milk and bananas to his stores. I always enjoyed seeing his smiling face at Costco. He will be missed.
Sandy & Danelle Burrows
April 1, 2012
Our condolences to the Buchan family. Mr. & Mrs. B were so good to the young people they employed at the B & R stores, accommodating their school and sports schedules and teaching them to balance work schedules and other life activities. Forever grateful for them being a part of young people's lives.
Shantel Schmaus
April 1, 2012
My condolences to the Buchan family. Mr. B was such a sweet guy. It was my pleasure to have known him.
Brian & Anna Coldwells
March 31, 2012
Sorry to learn of Larry's passing, he was always an affable guy around the Resort. nice to deal with and very helpful. Our sincere condolences to Mary Ann and her family.
Jennifer (Hughes) Garner
March 31, 2012
What a wonderful man! You delivered milk and bananas to so many people in the years, and the words of wisdom and stories you gave with it was priceless!
Heidi Gaines
March 30, 2012
You will be greatly missed and in my heart. Thank you for everything you have done for me and letting me have the privilege in knowing you and your whole family.
Brittany McMahan
March 30, 2012
Love you Papa and really miss you.
Love,
Brittania :)
Pat and Corky Grennan
March 30, 2012
We are so saddened by this news; we will be there Tuesday to support the family and share our rememberances of this special man.
March 30, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy & Condolence to both the Mitchell and McMahan families
Kendall Mannino & Family
March 30, 2012
our condolences to the Buchan family.
Joe, Kathy , joey and Kenny Kubec
March 30, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Larry at the City of Everett and remember what a great guy he was.
He always had a smile and a good word for everyone.
He will be missed.
Pat Colwell
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