Reginald D. Buell

Reginald "Reggie" Buell passed away peacefully on February 5th at Kaplan Family Hospice House, where he received excellent care after a lengthy illness, surrounded by family and friends. Reggie was born in Chelsea, MA, the son of the late Mary Pinabell and her partner Jim Barbarian, and father Robert Buell. He is survived by his wife, Helen; his son, Michael; his grandson, Dylan; as well as Michael's wife, Peggy, and her three children, Jordyn, DJ, and Paige. He is also survived by his loving sister, Joan "Chuckie" Green, his niece, Debbie Green, and his long-time friend, Denise Donnarumma. Reggie was also preceded in death by his nephew, Richard "Muskie" Green, and is survived by Richard's wife, Linda.

Reggie's loving family includes his great niece, Alexandria Green Lancaster, her husband Wendell, and their two sons, Hutchinson and Francis. He is also remembered by his brother-in-law, John Dod and wife Joanne, his niece Laura, and her son Connor. Additionally, his late sister-in-law, Sarah and her husband Phil Theodore, and their sons, Phillip Michael, and Robert.

Reggie had a deep affection for animals. He cherished memories of his late dogs Angel, Midnight, and Max, his cats Sabastian and Elizabeth. He adored his beloved dog Augie, and his special furry companion Eliza.

Reggie was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the U.S. Army. He worked as a precision sheet metal mechanic, and welder until he retired from Gillette.

He was a devoted family man and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends at his backyard barbeques playing horseshoes. He also enjoyed playing cards, billiards, and going to Foxwoods with his dear friends Santa and Ann.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend visiting hours for Reggie on Monday, February 9, 2026, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in the Cardinal Cushing Pavilion, (adjacent to St. Michael's Chapel), 100 Summit Ave., CHELSEA, immediately followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Michael the Archangel Chapel at 12:00 Noon. Services will conclude with interment and military honors at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett.

DONATIONS: In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the MSPCA Angel Northeast Animal Shelter

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Carafa Family Funeral Home in Chelsea. We encourage family and friends to offer condolences by means of the online guest book or to send a personalized sympathy card.