Vera Edith Buck
July 16, 1925 to December 7, 2023
Obituary
To view the service for Vera Buck on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 11 a.m., please click the following link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcwMjE1NjIyOTI4NTA2NyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
Passed peacefully away surrounded by family on December 7, 2023, at the age of 98 years, Vera Edith Buck.
Predeceased by parents, Violet and Samuel Kennedy; husband, John Buck; son, Bruce; siblings, Joan, Gertrude and Herb; brother-in-law, Earl Gillard.
Leaving to mourn sister-in-law, Daphne; children, Mary, Lex (Eleanor), Paul (Heather), Terry (Nancy), Joan (Paul), Margie (Sean) and Marie; daughter-in-law Florence (John); grandchildren Cory (Ashley), Jeff (Kelly), Nicholas (Angela), Rachel, Ashley, Megan (Wayne), Melissa (Mark), Matt (PeiLyn), Jordan (Alex), Caelie (Ted), Ryan, Jennifer, Nadine (Matthew), Samantha (Graeme), Aaron (Mallory), Samuel (Damindra), Jonathon (Haley); Erin, and Kerry; great-grandchildren Austin, Brandon, Taligha, Khai, Zachary, Kadence, Logan, Malachy, Landon, Reese, Rohnen, Keegan, Harlow, Zoe, Beckett and Isla; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews; her friends at Hillcrest Estates, especially, her roommate, Pearl Smith; her friends and card playing buddies in Old Perlican, as well as, many other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to the staff at Hillcrest Estates for their continuous love, support and care over the last 6 years and these last few days. Thank you to public health nurse, Alicia; community health paramedics, Leslie and Michelle; for your above and beyond care during this difficult time.
Vera left an impact on every person she ever met. Mom played a key role in organizing many social events from evening card games, to family gatherings, to bus to trips to Nashville. Mom was the centre of the family ensuring that everyone was always connected. Her legacy is her family and her friends, far and wide. They will all treasure her thoughtful crafts that are proudly displayed in their homes.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, December 10 from 10 a.m.-12 noon, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Monday December 11 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be live streamed and recorded for those who cannot attend.
Flowers gratefully accepted or a donation can be made in Vera’s memory to either the Cancer Care Foundation or Diabetes Canada.
“I’ve done a lot of living and I found
No matter where you go, the whole world ‘round
They always go together hand in hand
Where there’s one there’ll be the other, music and friends.”
Schedule
Visitations
10 a.m. - 12 noon on December 10, 2023
2-4 p.m. on December 10, 2023
7-9 p.m. on December 10, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday December 11th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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My condolences to Mrs. Buck’s family. I worked with your Mom & her late sister Gert at Bowring’s Insurance in the mid 70’s to the early 80’s. Such a lovely lady.
Mary and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. Thinking of you at this time of loss.
Margo Connors
Mary and family, please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. May her soul rest in peace.
Mary and Family, please accept my sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time.
God bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️ from George and Deb in calgary ab
I’m sorry to hear about the loads of Vera . She was a sweet, kind hearted woman. She will always have a special place in my heart. She was a beautiful lady who always made my day go better at work. There will always be a special angel on my tree representing her and her kindness to me at Hillcrest. Rip beautiful lady. Love you always .
Mary , my deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Sharyn (McGrath )
Marie, Doris (Gillard)., and all the Buck families.
Please accept my deepest condolences on Mrs Buck’s passing. She had a wonderful long life! As I’ve told Marie before I remember Mrs Buck walking up Hayward Avenue with the cute twin girls!! A long time ago, for sure! Take care in the coming days!
Terry and family, thinking of you. May she rest in peace.
One of the kindest ladies I had the pleasure of knowing. A friend from Bowring.s. I still use the pot and glass dish she gifted me. Rest in peace, Vera
Thinking of you and the times we all had with Mrs. Buck over the years.
Emily, Audrey and Pete Conroy
Marie
Our DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
on the passing of your mom,
we know how much you thought of her, may
your MOM REST IN PEACE. GOD BLESS AND TAKE CARE 🙏♥️
Mary and family
Sincere condolences on the death of your wonderful mom . I met her a few times and she always had such a lovely smile and
pleasant nature .
God Bless
Sheila and Herb
So sorry to hear that Aunt Vera has passed. May your happy memories bring you all some comfort at this time.
Love Beth, Sandy and family
Mary, Joan & both your entire families,.
So sorry for your loss.. My deepest condolences. Thoughts & prayers are with you. God Bless.
Mary and Family.
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you..
Walter and Dorothy Milley
Mary, my deepest condolences on the passing of your mother.
Paul, Heather and family, please accept my deepest and sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother, my prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this sad time. Treasure your beautiful memories and hold them close.
Deepest sympathy to Buck family. RIP Vera.
My condolences to you all from Cathy (Adams) Kean.
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Mary. May she rest in peace. Condolences to your family .
Wendy Chaulk
So very sorry to hear of your moms passing. Please accept my sincere condolences during this sad time. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Rest in Peace Aunt Vera. You are a beautiful and precious Aunt. You will always be remembered and missed. Condolences to all your children, grandchildren, family and friends. You will always be in our hearts. Love, your niece Jane, Jack and family.
So very sorry to hear of your moms passing Mary. Condolences to you and your family.
Hugs,
Kathy
HHMAC Member
My Deepest condolences to all of the Family
God Bless
We are saddened at the loss of your mom. Our thought and prayers and with you snd your families.
Olive Gosse and Bertha Melendy
Hillcrest Estates
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God rest her dear soul and God bless all her dear family. She was a very lovely lady.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom! Wish we could be there! Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. She was a very sweet lady .