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Edward Buckles Obituary
Edward D. Buckles, 87, of Lafayette, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017 at his home. He was born December 6, 1929, in Lafayette to the late Leonard and Maude Carter Buckles.
Ed graduated from Lafayette Jefferson High School and DeVry University. Edward was married to Judith Johnston and she preceded him in death in 2006.
He worked as a Telephone Coordinater for Verizon for 40 years and retired in 2006.
Ed was a member St. Ann's Catholic Church and volunteered for various church actvivties. He was also a member of GBU and served in the Indiana National Guard for many years.
Surviving are his children Gary W. (Kay) Buckles of St. George, UT, Dawn M. (Tony) Wilhelm, Erica D. (Onix) Aviles all of Lafayette, Erin N. (Adam) Wallpe of Pine Village, 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. Also, surviving his daughter-in-law Sherryee A. Buckles of Brick, NJ, and his sister Marge Strong of Lafayette. Ed was preceded in death by a son Brian Buckles, grandson Richard Buckles, 2 sisters and a brother.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Entombment will be at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens in West Lafayette. You may sign the guest book, leave memories and photos at
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Memories and Condolences
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Deb Ferguson (Baker)
April 17, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to say goodbye and the loss of a parent is particularly difficult. Your dad introduced my parents to one another more than 65 years ago. May the peace of Christ shine upon them all.
Betty Hawkins
April 13, 2017
My husband Sgt. James D. Hawkins was in the Indiana National Guard with Ed for 20 years. He always talked fondly of ED..Now they can chat in heaven...RIP Ed...
Jeanne Hanthorn
April 12, 2017
Very sad to hear this. I always thought so much of
Ed and considered him a friend. We worked together so many times at St. Ann's. He was a hard worker and was always ready to help. May his soul rest in peace.
Anna Wells
April 12, 2017
Dawn, I am so very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Angel Howe
April 12, 2017
Erica,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Carolyn Reeves
April 11, 2017
Sending sympathy to the Buckles family and prayers.
Tiffany
April 11, 2017
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow.
God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times. Psalms 91:2. May you find the needed strength from God, family and friends.
Jeff Brewer
April 10, 2017
Ed was a fine Indiana Army National Guardsman! It was a pleasure to have known him during my time in the Guard from 1970 to 1976! My deepest condolences!
Sue Foard
April 10, 2017
Erica, I am so sorry to read about your dad's passing. You and your family will be in my thoughts during this difficult time.
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