Livonia: Tom “Bucky” Buchanan, a devoted father, brother and friend to all died Friday May 3, 2013 at his home in Livonia at the age of 61. He was known for his sharp sense of humor, generosity, kindness and dedication to his family, friends and community.
Tom will be greatly missed by his loving son Shawn Buchanan, brothers and sisters James (Susan) Buchanan, Kathleen (David) Horne , Robert (Kathy) Buchanan, Margaret (Greg) Spillers, William (Louis DiNolfi) Buchanan , Andrea Chichester, Christopher (Sandee) Buchanan, Michael (Gary Shelto) Buchanan and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Hugh in 1993 and Mother Katherine in 2001.
Tom was born on December 2nd 1951 in Warsaw, NY to Kathryn and Hugh Buchanan. He grew up in the towns of Geneseo and South Lima and graduated from Livonia High School. He went on to work in the landscaping business, then as a horticulturalist for 10 years at University of Rochester and has worked for the Monroe County Water Authority for nearly 30 years most recently as Crew Foreman. An active member of the community, Tom served as Vice Mayor on the Village Board of Livonia and volunteered as a coach for the Vince Lombardi football program.
One of Tom’s favorite hobbies and “second career” was skeet shooting and refereeing. He was a lifetime member of the Conesus Lake Sportsman’s Club at one time serving as President. Tom was also celebrated by the international skeet shooting community for his contributions to the sport. He served as the World Skeet Chief Referee from 2000-2007. In 2007, Tom was inducted into the NY State Hall of Fame and awarded the prestigious Roland Smith Award. He remained active in the skeet community and was a passionate supporter.
Remembering Tom with great fondness is his former wife, Kathy Metz and the members of the Muscato family, Joe and Leanna, Jim and Rose, Sue and Wayne and their families.
Family and friends will be greeted for calling hours on Wednesday May 8th from 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Rte 15&20A, Livonia. Services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday May 9th at 11 am. A Celebration of Tom’s life will follow the service at the Conesus Lake Sportsman’s Club. Memorial contributions may be made to the Conesus Lake Sportman’s Club, 5883 Stone Hill Road, Lakeville, NY 14480. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Skeet has incurred a loss with Bucky’s passing on to Greater Things. It’s been since the last US Open at Rochester since I’ve seen him, but still plenty of fond memories. He will, very clearly, be missed.
Till later,
Rick S.
So sorry to hear about Bucky’s passing! He has been a friend for many years. Great guy and we will miss him!
Bob & Sharon
We had the privilege of meeting and spending time with Tarz in Florida on several occasions. He and Skip reminiscing about growing up in Livonia and their family . Great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Connie & Tom Dansbury
Shawn so sad about your loss. Dad looks like a lot of fun, just like you. Remeber the good times and he will be with you always. Love your friends Lee and Michelle xoxoxoxoox
5-7-13
Dear Tarz (cousin)
I remember fondly the later years after my daughter, Bridget (now 22) was born and we seemed to see more of you — you came to visit Nana & Papa about twice a year. Bridget and I came to visit your family a few days when Shawn was about 12 and we had a bonfire by the water… it was a great time–and you took us on a tour of the U of R.
You were always so kind and soft-spoken to me & Lisa, your younger twin second cousins… even when we played Euchre last month during Papa Fay’s memorial service… you were patient with us when either of us played the “wrong” card… you reminded us “it was only a game!”
Thank you for being a loving cousin.
Love LYNN & LISA
Sad to find out about Tom. Way too young. I remember Tom with a smile on his face, always happy and fun to be around. He will be missed.
I am so sorry to hear about this. I hope these words are of comfort to the family in Acts 24:15 where it says, “I have hope toward God, which hope these [men] themselves also entertain, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.” Jehovah God has promised us that there will be a resurrection. God’s Son Christ Jesus will carry out this action. Very soon we will be able to see our loved ones again. May the “God of comfort” be with each and every one of you. (2 Corinthians
1:3)
So sad to hear of Bucky’s sudden passing. Thinking of you all & hoping the happy memories see you thru this very sad time.