Brian August Buckner

Albion: Brian August "Buck" Buckner, age 57, of Transit Rd. died October 1, 2011 at Strong Memorial Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. Buck was born December 27, 1953 in Albion, a son of the late Vincent and Helene (Wilsea) Buckner and had lived in this area all of his life. 

Buck was a member of the Albion Elks Lodge #1006 B.P.O.E. He had worked for Eastman Kodak as a Mill Wright, retiring after 37 years. He was a graduate of Albion High School class of 1972 where he wrestled, played football and did shot put for the track and field. He loved to golf, bowl, play volleyball, cards, play games, go camping and sit around bon fires with his family and friends. 

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister Linda Hawkins, and his father-in-law Thomas "Smitty" Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Patti, son Bradley Buckner, daughters Elizabeth (Marty) Bezon, Katie (Brian Stefaniak) Buckner, sister Marcia Buckner, brother Brent Buckner, mother-in-law, Dee Smith, brothers-in-law, Mike (Donna) Smith, Dale (Marcia) Smith, Walter Hawkins, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.