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Richard Buchinski Obituary
Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Richard and Sylvia Ricino Buchinski and he was a member of Christ the King Parish at St. Mary of Czestochowa Church, Eynon. He was a graduate of Mid Valley High School and Penn State University with a B.S. degree in criminal justice and psychology. Before his illness, he was employed by the federal government in the Department of Justice as a correction systems specialist.
Rich was a loving husband and friend who was an avid outdoorsman. He was the "best" fisherman who also enjoyed hunting. He battled brain cancer for 10 years, never complaining, and keeping a positive attitude throughout his ordeal. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Also surviving are several cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister, Lisa Buchinski.
The funeral will be private from the Frank T. Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City. Interment, St. Patrick's Cemetery, Blakely.
Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stache Strong at stachestrong.org.
For directions or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.
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Sylvia Slimak-Butler
January 5, 2020
Sincere condolences on the loss of your husband.
Sorry to hear Rich lost his battle with cancer
Stay strong and God bless you always. My prayers are with you.
Maria Van Norman
January 3, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear about this terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Rich's family and friends. Rest easy, Rich. -a member of the Class of 1997
Brandy Wheaton
January 3, 2020
Sending my deepest condolences. Rich was such a great guy. So sad to hear of his passing. Sending all his friends and family healing thoughts and prayers. ❤
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