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Genevieve Buckner Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Genevieve Arnolia Buckner, 82, of Springfield passed away Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008, at Memorial Medical Center.
She was born Sept. 24, 1926, in Columbia, Mo., to Vollie and Nellie Holland Johnson. She married Thomas L. Buckner Sr. on Sept. 13, 1952; he preceded her in death. Also preceding in death were a son, Thomas Jr.; her parents; and two brothers, Eugene Sr. and Richard Johnson Sr.
She retired from Springfield School District 186 after more than 20 years of service. Mrs. Buckner was also kitchen coordinator for Asbury Methodist Church's children's after-school program.
Mrs. Buckner was a dedicated member of Grace United Methodist Church, serving as district treasurer and treasurer of the local unit of the United Methodist Women.
She is survived by two daughters, Nellie Buckner and Dorothy (Alvin) Ewing Sr., both of Springfield; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; two sisters, Lena Kelley and Mildred Hannibal, both of Columbia, Mo.; a brother, James (Stella) Johnson Sr. of Columbia, Mo.; two sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a great friend, Melinda Kerr.
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at Grace United Methodist Church, 1612 E. Capitol Ave. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
James D. Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Genevieve Buckner
Chilwana Warren (Randle)
January 3, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Michelle Davis Rhodes (Williams)
December 30, 2008
Dorothy/Nellie, "So So sorry" to hear of your lost,Our FATHER has called your mother home to a better place now, no more hurt and pain nothing but joy for her from now on,remember the good times you shared with her and it will bring you through, may GOD be with you and your always GOD BLESS you and we will always keep you in our prayes.
Ginger Mercier
December 29, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, Dorothy. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Geraldine/Rachel Brooks
December 27, 2008
Nellie & Dorothy we are sorry to hear about your mother who was very close and dear to the Brooks Family for years. And will be missed very much. If you ever need anything we are still there for you and will be as long as you need us to be. Mrs. Buckner was one of the most sweetest women that we knew and was always there for us through good and bad times. And now we will be there for you and your family. God Bless You.
Alice Tyus-Winters
December 26, 2008
Dorthy and Nellie my deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I remember your mother from when I was back at Sotheast. Great woman alwas had something good to say. And would check us if she saw us doing something wrong.At your time of sorow, I will keep your family in my prayers.
David M. Johnson
December 26, 2008
Nellie & Dorothy, the both of you have my deepest condolences on the lost of your mother..May GOD bless the both of you!!
Ruby Perkins
December 26, 2008
Nellie, I am sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
lorean wilson
December 26, 2008
Nellie & Dorothy, God is our refuge and strength. Psalm 46:1 Mrs Buckner will truly be missed by US. The Wilson Family
Jacquie Readus
December 26, 2008
Dorothy/Nellie May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Linda Vono
December 26, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jack, Barb, and Jade Hubbard
December 25, 2008
To the Buckner family,
May God bless you and keep you during your time of bereavement.
helen merrifield-Holman
December 25, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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