Buck Buchanan, age 78

Buck Buchanan, age 78, of Rutherfordton, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

Buck was born July 10, 1946 in Rutherford County to the late W.R. Buchanan and Georgia Jordan Buchanan. He was a graduate of Chase High School. Buck owned and operated Buchanan's Building and Grading for over 30 years and Buchanan Trucking Company of many years. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Hensley Buchanan and stepchild, Cindy Trotter.

Those left to cherish his memory include his son, Randy Buchanan of SC; brothers, John Buchanan (Peggy) of Shelby, Don Buchanan (Annette) of Rutherfordton, Mike Buchanan (Shirley) of Rutherfordton; stepchildren, Sharon Hardin and Jodie Hardin (Craig) all of Ellenboro; several grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

The funeral was held November 2 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jason Toney and Rev. George Whitmire officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Grace of God Rescue Mission, 537 W. Main St.,, Forest City, NC 28043 or Shiloh Baptist Church, 1850 Poors Ford Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 or Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.