Mr. Eugene "Buck" Buchanan

BUCHANAN, Mr. Eugene "Buck" - Age 87, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 at his residence. Family hour 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., with service commencing at 11:00 AM. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Rd., Holly, MI. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the funeral home at 10:00 AM Tuesday. Mr. Buchanan will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home and may be viewed from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Monday. Eugene Buchanan, passionately known as “BUCK,” was born December 04, 1929, in Hope, Arkansas to Shirey and Fannie Bell Buchanan. Eugene was the only child from this union. He transition from this life on February 12, 2017. Eugene made his mark in life graduating from Yerger High School, Hope, Arkansas, where he was an outstanding football player. He was drafted to the United States Army in 1952. He served his country several years receiving an Honorable Discharge. Eugene furthered his education earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Henderson State University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas in the field of education. Before settling in Flint, Michigan, Eugene lived in various cities around the United States. He served the Flint community and its children as a standout teacher and Community School Director. His dedicated and exemplary service spanned more than 30 years. Other affiliations included faithful membership in the John W. Stevenson Lodge #56. Eugene was blessed to share is father’s craft of carpentry. He spent much of his spare time working on his rental properties. Eugene was a great guy to be around. He loved all sports and was an avid card player. He especially loved and enjoyed bid whist, spades and poker. Traveling was always on the agenda. It allowed him to enjoy his Blues which he loved so enthusiastically. His vibrant, colorful personality and smile would put anyone at ease and endeared him to his beloved family and friends. Eugene had a sweet tooth like no other. You could not give him just anything as he was “quite selective.” Eugene leaves to cherish his memory: his loving wife of 15 years; Kathleen Buchanan; her two children, Jonathan Wayne Pitts (Wendy) and Maria Pitts; grandchildren, Aliahqua Davis, Arieanna Davis, Taylor Pitts and Adam Cordell. Eugene will also remain in the hearts of his children, Karen Jean Buchanan (Olly Neal), Eric Spencer Buchanan and Eugene Buchanan Jr.; and grandchildren, Tyler Adele Buchanan and Sydney Michele Buchanan. Also, surviving is Cathy Buchanan who blessed him with four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Eugene “BUCK” Buchanan was so fortunate to have many other relatives and a host of friends. We thank God for his life and spirit. We have been blessed that part of our journey here on earth included a man the likes of Eugene (Buck) Buchanan. Special thanks to Cloyce Dickerson, James Mawesley, Lahroy McFadden, Monroe and Gloria Jean McFadden, Dennie McFadden, Herman Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Anderson, Norman Bryant, Morris Peterson Sr., Harvey Phillips and Kawana D. Smith.

Mr. Eugene "Buck" Buchanan

December 4, 1929 - February 12, 2017