Earl J. Buckmaster

Earl J. Buckmaster, 88 years young, gained his wings to heaven on August 4, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was the oldest son of Harry H. and Leta M. Buckmaster, born on December 27, 1936, in Hydro, Oklahoma. He graduated from Hydro High School where he was known for his tenacity on the basketball court. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Southwestern State University in Weatherford, OK with a degree in Pharmaceutical Studies in 1960. He attended OU School of Medicine until he joined the U.S. Airforce with time spent in San Antonio and eventually ending his military service at Tinker Airforce Base. In 1963, Earl then opened Westminster Drug in Nicoma Park, OK with partners and good friends, Manuel and Ruth Witt. In July of 1970, Earl married Joanne K. Deck and together they raised Scott, Kristin, and Brad, and later they welcomed Jennifer to the family. For over 40 years, the drugstore on the corner of 23rd and Westminster was a staple in the community. He loved his customers and treated them like family. Earl often helped his customers when the medicine was too expensive, or insurance was often an issue, sometimes opening the store after hours or personally delivering medicines if the customer needed it. Customers trusted him and often affectionately referred to him as "Dr. Earl" with many of them becoming lifelong friends. Earl then retired in 2005 to spend his days enjoying his grandchildren, connecting with friends often through text or Facebook, cheering for the OKC Thunder, traveling, and treasuring his garden full of flowers and trees. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Hayden and Leta Mae Buckmaster. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joanne K Buckmaster, brother Dwayne Buckmaster (Frances), Cookson, OK, brother Reid Buckmaster (Colleen) Hydro, OK, son Scott Buckmaster, Sioux Falls, SD, daughter-in-law, Stacie Buckmaster, Collinsville, OK, daughter Kristen Snyder (Craig), Sioux Falls, SD, son, Brad Buckmaster Oklahoma City, OK, daughter, Jennifer Majma (Joe), Edmond, OK. His legacy also includes nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; Spencer Majma, Pierson Majma, Emerson Majma, Colbie Lindblom (Nisse) children are Stella and Scarlet Bryant, Jordyn Rake (Brandon) children are Gauge Buckmaster and Harvey Rake, Ammon Snyder (Lisa) children are Lily, Carolyn, and Sylvia, Elizabeth Messler (Gabe) children are Jude, Lucy and Ivy, Jonah Snyder (Alison), Benjamin Snyder and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Memorial service will be Saturday, August 16th at 2p.m at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, 127 Northwest Seventh Street Oklahoma City, Oklahoma,73102. The family requests that you plant a tree or donate to a charity of your choice in Earl's memory. Also be sure to enjoy some ice cream, too!