David E. Buck, 82, of Kalamazoo passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at the Phillips AFC Home.
David was born in Kalamazoo on Feb. 27, 1937, the son of the late William and Lillian (Strickland) Buck.
Though he faced many challenges he always maintained a joyful spirit. He lived independently for 11 years and enjoyed being outdoors, walking, raking and shoveling snow. He loved listening to bluegrass music and knitting rugs on his loom. David enjoyed being around people and making friends. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sisters, Betty (Richard) Williams and Jodi Wright; and dear friends, Carolyn (Marcus) Blass.
A funeral to honor his life was Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, and he was laid to rest with family at Liberty Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pine Rest Christian Hospital or the Phillips AFC Home, c/o the funeral home.
Family and friends may share a condolence message online at www.joldersma-klein.com; Joldersma & Klein, 917 S. Burdick St., (269) 343-2628.
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