Gigi Buckner

Gigi loved her card games. She will be sorely missed.

Marilu Sapashe

I remember my sweet friend looking so beautiful when my girls and I would pick her up for an event. I always told her she looked tres chic. I loved her fabulous sense of humor. We would laugh and giggle every time we were on the phone or together. I loved her so much and always will. Missing her will be devastating. She´s irreplaceable.

I loved staying the night at grandma's house growing up. She taught me French songs, made the best desserts, and would sew beautiful dresses for me to wear. I miss you more than I can put into words. She always told me that her family is her greatest blessing, and that God blessed her with the most wonderful life.

I had the privilege to be with Gigi for a smidgen of time.
I had the nickname of nonstop Gigi. We'd start am and it would be almost dark by the time we finished all her beautiful projects.
She will forever be in my heart like "blue silk embellished with golden embroidery.
I enjoyed hearing all her stories of her well traveled days.
She told me Yvette treated her like a Queen and I was a witness to this.
I know she will be decorating heaven in Gigi's gorgeous style with all her loved ones that preceded and will oversee our journies.
I miss so much! So much!
Lisa Rowell

I'm so glad My little Daughter Kaylee and I met Gigi, My Daughter was seven, and she might forget that moment. Gigi and I talked for a little while, I may forget most of what we talked about, but I will never forget how full of energy she was , how many little nice stories she mentioned, and What will stay in my mind the longest will be the kindness I saw on her since the moment we met each other till the moment we said good bye. Good Bye Gigi

Yvette and Richard,
Your mother was a special friend to me. I will never forget all the wonderful times we shared. Like your grand fathers birthday with the beautiful belly dancer. What a blast! Your mom was talented beyond measure, and having viewed some of your creations I know that you are too. I'm so glad we were neighbors and friends. Lots of love, Millie Jordan

I will always remember auntie Gigi stories about Casablanca, her time in France, moving to Mulberry. She had a phenomenal memory shared vivid details and give me a window into her world in the various periods.

I will always remember no matter how many times I did cartwheels in my aunt Gigis house and broke things along the way she always hugged me and said my cartwheels were great!!

Ms. Gigi has a very special spot in my heart. She was like a second Mom. One of my best memories is a party for Omar at the house in Mulberry. Lots of friends and family attended. She introduced me as " the other daughter". We shared laughs and tears. Sitting with her going over pictures and listening to her cherishes stories. She will be greatly missed. Love you, Rhonda

Ms. Gigi has a very special place in my heart. She was my second Mom. We shared laughs and tears. My best memory was being invited to a party for Omar at the house in Mulberry. There were lots of family members and friends that attended. She introduced me as her "other daughter". She treated me like one of her own. We often sat and she shared cherished photos and many interesting stories. She was loved by many friends and will deeply be missed. Love you Ms Gigi, Rhonda

My Mom Suzanne was Gigi`s first cousin. My mom loved Gigi like a sister and was very close. Gigi comforted my mom a lot in these last couple of years after my mom had a debilitating stroke. Gigi was always calling her and checking on her and asking if she needed anything.She even sent her a vase of beautiful silk roses that she keeps on her table. I know my mom misses her and will miss her so much and miss her kindness and support.

Always cooking for her family and smiling while she did so.

Living down the street and playing with her kids. My friend Susan Resmondo and I helped her with a wedding reception in Lakeland one time and it was fun. Gigi also made my wedding cake when I got married. She was a very sweet lady to me and everyone she knew.

I met Gigi, Yvette´s mom, over 25 years ago. Gigi was a smart, caring and a kind person. Always dressed to a T! She lit up a room with her special flair.

I´m thinking about her wonderful laugh and smile. I´ll always miss her warm heart and her warm hugs.

It´s truly a blessing to have known her.

Charlie & Patsy Blount Wedding Cake- Gigi made both the cakes- Chocolate for the Grooms Cake and White for the beautiful bride Patsy. Gigi was amazing and be so talented; making special moments for so many during their most precious moments.

I have known Gigi since I was 3 years old. She and her family were our neighbors. She was a wonderful lady a second mother in so many ways. I knew if I ever needed her help she would be there for me. My love for her runs deep and I will miss her so much. I'm sending prayers to Richard & Yvette and the whole family I know how hard this is for you and I will be here for you anytime just as Gigi was for all of us through the years. May she Rest in peace.

Although I have only had the pleasure of meeting Gigi a few times in person, I must say EVERY SINGLE time I was in her presence, I was met with a GENUINE and warm smile.

My first encounter with Gigi was filled with anxiety because my African American daughter was marrying into Gigi´s family. I was very alert and anxiety filled. Will my daughter be loved and accepted? Will she be merely tolerated? Will she be hated and mistreated? As a mother, I was extremely concerned. I had previously met with Carl, and knew for a 100% fact I had no pause for concern with him.

ALL of my anxieties faded immediately upon meeting with both Gigi and Yvette. They both GENUINELY gave my daughter and the rest of our family the most loving embraces of acceptance. We spent the rest of the day easily chatting the day away like old and familiar friends.

May she now take her rest, and may she rest in peace.
Eric and Yolanda Graham

I will miss her lighting candles and prayers! Her love was deep and she showed it to us in beautiful ways. I will miss you Aunt Gigi

Yvette and Dan, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of GiGi. Losing a love one is so painful. Please extend my sincere condolences to your family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
With Sorrow
Cheryl Green
(Tamarra Snowden´s sis)

May The Memories Keep Us In Comfort- Until We Meet Again-

"Oh God, full of compassion, who dwells on high, grant true rest upon the wings of the Divine Presence, in the exalted spheres of the holy and pure ... Therefore, may the All-Merciful One shelter her with the cover of His wings forever, and bind her soul in the bond of life. The Lord is her heritage, may she rest in her resting-place in peace; and let us say:

May God remember the soul of my respected mother [Gigi Buckner] who has passed to her eternal rest. I pledge charity in her behalf and pray that her soul be kept among the immortal souls of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, Leah, and all the righteous men and women in paradise. Amen.

I can hardly breathe- I miss her already so much - she took a piece of me that left a hole that feels larger than all the oceans combined. I know she´s in a place of heaven and with loved ones. Some how that´s not enough to take away the pain.