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Services: Friday October 10, 2025 at 10:00 am at the Richland Road Church of Christ Add to Google Calendar

Visitation: Thursday from 5-7 pm at the church Add to Google Calendar

Luther Francis Buckland, 91 of rural Marion, died Saturday October 4, 2025 at the Marion General Hospital. He was born January 15, 1934 in Nitro, West Virginia to the late Dwight Moody and Bertie Alice (Higginbotham) Buckland. He was also preceded in death by siblings, Bill, Robert, Dwight and Christine Buckland, Kathalee Davis, Bethalee Brewer and Juanita Hill Selbe. Luther was a very hardworking man, and he retired after 36 years at the Eaton Corporation in Marion as a Maintenance Supervisor. He was also well known for his bricklaying skills and his ability to fix just about anything; he also enjoyed woodworking and selling his items at craft shows. Luther always valued and respected people from any path of life. The Buckland home was always open for family and friends, as Luther loved being with people; especially his loving and devoted family who meant so much to him. Luther and Loraine enjoyed 31 years of wintering in the Bradenton, Florida area, and they loved their time there. He was an active 67-year member of the Richland Road Church of Christ in Marion, and the 53rd Ave. Church of Christ during their winters in Florida. Luther deeply loved and cherished the Lord and his church family. He was bold in his faith and shared what God had done in his life. Surviving is his wife, Loraine (Casto) Buckland, they were married May 2, 1953 in Red House, West Virginia, also surviving are their children, Pam (Clyde) Meador of Cairo, Georgia, Debbie (Fred) Van Kirk of Myrtle Beach, SC and Todd (Brenda) Buckland of Marion Grandchildren, Wade (LeAnne) Shirk, Amanda (Adam) Utzinger, Amber (Matt) Meyer and Austin Buckland Great grandchildren, Lincoln and Gracie Utzinger, Luke, Ellie, Abby and Jake Meyer and Matti Shirk Funeral services celebrating his life will be held Friday October 10, 2025 at 10:00 am at the Richland Road Church of Christ. Minister Russell Howard will officate. Burial will follow in the Price Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 5-7 pm at the church. Memorial gifts may be made to the Richland Road Church of Christ, 535 Richland Rd. Marion, Ohio 43302 The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Price Cemetery Directions to Richland Road Church of Christ  (website) Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Van Kirk Howard Glen Burnie, Maryland Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM Losing someone is never easy but he is now at peace. God will look over him now. Remember he will always be with you in your heart. Hugs to you all. #2 from: Marty Harrison Powell Ohio Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at 7:44 PM Pam, Debbie, and Todd we were neighbors on Fish and Daum rd for our years growing up in Richwood. I have memories of our childhood that are all good. Your Dad was a good guy and I’m sorry for your loss and prayers for your family. #3 from: Sherry Gilde Finksburg MD Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at 7:54 PM Debbie, Ray and family Wishing everyone peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love Sherry and Brian #4 from: Julie Welsh Wisma Richwood, OH Mon, Oct 6, 2025 at 9:19 AM Debbie, Todd, and Pam, I am sorry to read of your dad's passing. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love and hugs to you and your mom. #5 from: Marilyn McBeth Marion Ohio Mon, Oct 6, 2025 at 11:57 AM Todd, Brenda and Family I never met your father but I know you and people reflect what they have learned from their parents. I am very sorry for your loss.Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. #6 from: Dave & Debra Tevis Clayton Marion Mon, Oct 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM Pam, Debbie, Todd and Families... What a blessing for your Dad to have had a full and long life. He will be missed by many. Sending love and prayers as you celebrate his life. 💕 Dave and Deb #7 from: RD 'Doug' Bowling Cardington, OH Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 12:15 AM To Buck's family,many friends and loved ones ... My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with each of you through the loss of this fine man ...My heart grieves with you. May the Peace of God be with and upon each of you, bringing you strength and comfort. I am Blessed to have known 'Buck' as my friend. #8 from: Pam Laucher Marion Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 7:54 AM So sorry to see this, such a kind man. Always enjoyed seeing him with your Mom at the holiday bazaar.  Sending hugs and prayers to Pam and Debbie and Todd. Pam (Skidmore) Laucher #9 from: Don and Vonnie Wasserbeck Richwood, Ohio Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 9:18 AM We’re very sorry to learn of Luther‘s passing. He was the kindest, most caring man I know and will be sorely missed sending prayers for Lorraine, Pam, Deb, and Todd in this difficult time. He was certainly one of the good guys. #10 from: Brent Harper Marion Wed, Oct 8, 2025 at 5:11 PM My Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Buckland family at this Difficult Time 🙏🥰❤️💕

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