Fornie “Buck” Luverl Buckner, 84, of Crestline passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at the Crestline Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Buck was born in Morehead, Kentucky on January 17, 1941, to the late Benjamin “Ben” Buckner and Lizzie (Plank) Buckner. He married his beloved wife of sixty-four years, Sandra (Simpson) Buckner on July 24, 1960, and she survives in Crestline.
Buck dedicated 34 years of his life to Galion Iron Works, where he earned the respect and admiration of colleagues and friends alike. Upon his retirement, he embraced the joys of life outside of work—whether it was enjoying a round of golf, perfecting his bowling score, or sharing stories around the campfire during family camping trips. A true people person, Buck never met a stranger; his warm smile and welcoming spirit made everyone feel like family. Buck was also a proud member of Heritage Baptist Church in Galion where his faith and community spirit flourished.
Family was everything to Buck. He was a devoted father to his children; Laura (Jeff) Nold of Shelby, David Buckner of Crestline, Todd (Jen) Buckner, of Cullman, Alabama, and cherished his time spent with his nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Buck was preceded in death by his two sons: Jeffrey Buckner and Mark Buckner, and his siblings; Fred Buckner, Nellie McCleese, Opal Burkett, Beulah Brown, Louise Little, Genevia Nickell, Noah Buckner, Frank Buckner, Gladys Cooper, Mary Cooper, Bennie Buckner, and daughter-in-law, Christine Buckner.
Friends may call on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at the Gompf Funeral Service – Crestline Chapel, 223 West Main St., Crestline. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Gompf Funeral Service – Crestline Chapel with Pastor Rodney Noblit officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Crestline.
Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Baptist Church, 1381 State Route 61, Galion, OH 44833, or the Buckner family.
Those wishing to share a memory of Buck or send condolences to the Buckner family may do so by visiting www.masfh.com.
The Gompf Funeral Service, Crestline Chapel, 223 W. Main Street, Crestline is honored to serve the family of Fornie “Buck” Luverl Buckner.
Funeral Home: Gompf Funeral Service – Crestline Chapel
Website: www.masfh.com