Obituary of William Robert Buckland

William Robert Buckland (Bill) June 28, 1925 - September 20, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that the family of William Robert Buckland announce his passing after a brave battle with Leukemia, on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at the age of 90. Born in Heisler, Bill met and eventually married his wife Verna after returning from the war. They chose to raise their three children in Vegreville where he has resided for more than 60 years. He was the longest serving member of the Vegreville Legion. Bill opened and ran a successful meat processing shop for over twenty years before moving on to work at Gainers in Edmonton until his retirement. Bill is survived by his loving family; wife of 62 years,Verna; daughter Connie (Kerry); son Jack (Judy); granddaughters Nicole (Rick) and Candice; grandson Tim (Savanna) and three great-grandchildren Darren, Steven and Kendra. He is also survived by sisters Gwen, Judy (Larry) and sister in law Lil, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Bill is predeceased by son Craig, sisters Peggy (Ernie) and Joyce (Gordon), brothers Ted (Irene) and Ernie and parents John and Stella. Please join us as we celebrate the life of Bill Buckland. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Vegreville United Church at 5126-48 Avenue, Vegreville, AB. with Reverend Carolyn Woodall officiating. Inurnment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 39 or the Alberta Cancer Foundation.