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James L. "Buck" Buchanan
1945 - 2019
James L. "Buck" Buchanan
1945 - 2019
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BORN
1945
DIED
2019
James Buchanan Obituary
Born November 11, 1945 in Bakersville, NC, he was a son of the late Earl and Donalene Buchanan. Buck grew up in Bear Creek Baptist Church and still considered it his home church. He was a graduate of Bowman High School, class of 1963, in Bakersville, NC, where he was an outstanding basketball and football player. He attended Warren Wilson College of Swannanoa, NC, playing on the basketball squad and attended most of the Homecoming/Reunion activities.
After living in Charlotte, Asheville, and Monroe, NC, Buck settled in Spartanburg, SC. He worked in the insurance industry for 23 years with Pilot Life, Kanawha and Life of Virginia Insurance Companies. While in Spartanburg, he worked with the youth through Little League at Chapman Elementary and Whitlock Junior High. In 1990, Buck and his wife opened and operated South Pine Antique Mall in Spartanburg for 27 ½ years. Some say he enjoyed the friendships and conversations with customers and dealers as much, if not more than, selling antiques, collectibles, and his records. After retirement, you could find him talking with neighbors, watching hummingbirds on the deck in the summer, working out at the YMCA, singing karaoke, reconnecting with friends in the Upstate Shag Club, or his favorite pastime, playing golf. An avid University of North Carolina basketball, Braves baseball, and Carolina Panthers fan, he rarely missed watching any televised event.
Buck is survived by his wife, Linda Lowe Buchanan; daughter, Tonya Buchanan Woodward (Allen) of Ocala, FL; step sons, Charles M. "Chip" Isetts (Margie Titus) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Trevor L. Isetts (Lori K. Garza) of Arvada, CO, Aaron Harris (Monika) of Spartanburg, SC, and Travis Harris (Tracy) of Greenville, SC; a brother, Reverend Vernon Buchanan of Bakersville, NC; four step grandchildren; one great step grandson; two nephews, Allen Buchanan (Sherri) and Chris Buchanan of Bakersville, NC; and many cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother, Roger Buchanan. Sharing in his loss is his best friend, Gary Mains of Louisville, KY.
A celebration of Buck's life will be announced in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.JMDunbar.com.
Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory
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Suzy Pearson
November 2, 2020
Linda, there will not be another "BUCK". He was the kindest, most helpful, fun to be around with, entertaining, by singing Waylon Jennings songs, who sounded just like Waylon & all our get together s. Miss this guy & loved him...Can't believe it has been a year since he went to live in HEAVEN with GOD!!! Peace be with you Linda, & his daughter Tonya.
Ron Swain
November 13, 2019
I am deeply saddened over the loss of my friend Buck. I always enjoyed stopping in the store to chat with Buck and Linda and having a few laughs with them. They were both very helpful in helping me refurnish my house when I moved back to Spartanburg following Hurricane Katrina. We became friends over the years, and they shared my interest in history and genealogy. They came to my historical presentations at the library and at Chapman and were always supportive. Buck was one of those special people that one meets in a lifetime; I will always have wonderful memories of the times we spent talking and laughing together.
Larry Souther
November 12, 2019
Linda-
I am so very sorry to hear about Buck. He was such a kind man. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Much sympathy and love,
Larry Souther
Bobbie Gardner-Gowan
November 12, 2019
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear of Bucks passing. So many people loved him including me. He was always so easy to talk to and help friends. You and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you as only he can do.
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Suzy Pearson
November 12, 2019
Linda, I just found out about Buck's passing, so sorry, he will be missed by many, & I can hear him now singing Waylon Jennings. Love to you & family!
Kay Lawrence
November 11, 2019
Linda, Im so deeply sorry about Bucks passing. I always enjoyed visiting with the two of you in your store.Buck was so kind and friendly. Please know that you are in my prayers. Kay Lawrence
Melinda Brice Glasscock
November 9, 2019
I so enjoyed shopping in Buck's Antique store and chatting with him about just every thing and anything . I know he will be missed by all who knew and loved him! Prayers for his wife and family. God's peace to all of you.
sandra/ AKA Sandy's Grill west
November 9, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Ric and Linda Burns
November 8, 2019
Linda, Tonya, Travis, Aaron and family, We will sincerely miss Buck. Knowing Buck from our days together living in Beverly Woods, trips to the lake, cookouts to recent times talking with Buck and LInda out and about in Spartanburg, he was always consistently the same, genuine person. Our hearts are saddened at this sudden loss, but so happy that we got to know Buck as a friend. Our thoughts, prayers and happiness that he was in your lives , Ric and Linda Burns
Linda Clamp
November 8, 2019
Linda, you and your family are in my heart and my prayers in this difficult time of loss. Buck could always lift my spirits. I'll miss our conversations over the backyard fence.
Susan Gillespie
November 7, 2019
Linda I'm so sorry to hear of Buck's passing. Just saw and spoke to him on Sunday. May God keep you and your family in his care and give you His comfort and support in the days to come. I always enjoyed stopping by the shop and talking to each of you. I'll always remember the time spent with my friends Buck and Linda.
Sam --Elaine Baker
November 7, 2019
Linda,Sam and I are so sorry to hear this we loved Buck.He will be truly missed-Sending prayers for you and the family
November 7, 2019
Marty and I are so sorry to hear of Buck's death. We so enjoyed being around him! Our prayers are with you and his family.
Marty and Janice Doyle
Darrell Addison
November 7, 2019
Linda...it breaks my heart to hear this...You know I love y'all so.My heart and love is sent to you and all of the family...❤❤❤
Dianne, Jerry, Jeanne & Josh
November 7, 2019
To the entire family of James: We were so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of this wonderful, kind man who was loved by many. It was a real blessing to have known him. We pray that the God of all comfort will be near to you and sustain you during this very difficult time.
Dianne & Jerry Jeanne & Josh Griffith Caracci
November 7, 2019
To the entire family of James: We were so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of this wonderful, kind man who was loved by so many. It was a real blessing to have known him. We pray that the God of all comfort will be near to you and sustain you during this very difficult time.
Pauline Alford
November 7, 2019
So sorry to hear the sad news about Buck. Al and I will keep you and family in our prayers.
Becky Lyell
November 7, 2019
Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Buck will be missed by so many but never forgotten. I pray for comfort and peace for you during this grievous time. Love you.
Vikki Varn
November 7, 2019
Buck was a gentle giant....always smiling and kind ! He will be missed by all. Linda you are in my prayers xoxoxox
Deborah Summey
November 7, 2019
Dear Linda and Family, We were so shocked and saddened to read of Buck's unexpected passing. We are so very sorry for your loss and pray for God's mercy and comfort to surround you and help you through this heartbreaking time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Brice Dille
November 7, 2019
I'm glad to have known Mr Buchanan for the time that I did. He will be missed.
Christine Owens
November 7, 2019
Linda and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Owens
Brothers: James & Vernon
Allen Buchanan
November 6, 2019
The Staff of J. M. Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory
November 7, 2019
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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