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Mary Buckner Obituary

Mary Buckner

Apr 20, 1931 - Jun 15, 2023

Bellevue

Mary Elizabeth "Liz" Buckner, 92, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, June 15, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born April 20, 1931, in Double Springs, Alabama, to Wiley and Cora (Aderholt) Bryant. Raised on farms in Alabama and Florida, Mary always knew the value of hard work and helping others. She moved to Bellevue in 1952 for better job opportunities. She began working at General Electric followed by a full career at New Departure. She was a retired member of United Auto Workers. After retiring, Mary was a caregiver to the Brinster family of Bellevue. The exceptional care she provided quickly made her a beloved family member to the elderly Brinster siblings. Always nurturing others, this talent extended to plants as well with Mary being a skilled gardener.

Mary will most be remembered as a woman of deep faith and devoted mother and grandmother. She was an active member of Little Bethlehem United Baptist Church of Bellevue. She loved spending time with her family and attended many events for her grandchildren. She effortlessly kept track of her family's and friends' birthdays and milestones, always sending heartfelt cards, and enjoying any chance to celebrate. Mary loved having company at her home and every visitor left with cherished memories.

She will lovingly be remembered by her children, Raynard (Diane) Buckner Jr., Kevin (Jill) Buckner, Carol Buckner, and Gary (Montie) Buckner, all of Bellevue; daughter-in-law, Sue Short of Bellevue; stepdaughters, Lynda (Orbie) Pounders of Spruce Pine, Alabama, and Becky (Ricky) Otto of Danbury, Texas; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild with another on the way; and many other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raynard Buckner Sr.; son, Dewayne Short; and granddaughter, Joann Barkfelt. She was also the last surviving sibling from a large family with seven siblings and nine half-siblings.

Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at Foos & Foos Funeral Service, 151 Yorkshire Place, Bellevue. Additional visitation will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2023, until the time of Mary's funeral at 11 a.m. with Pastor Roy Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Bellevue Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mary's name to The Bellevue Historical Society, PO Box 304, Bellevue, Ohio, 44811.

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Published by Norwalk Reflector on Jun. 17, 2023.

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Cheryl DeGirolamo

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My prayers To Kevin n the family so sorry for the loss of this beautiful lady

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