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Obituary For Cecil Buckner

Mr. Cecil Buckner, 90, of Elizabethtown, KY died on November 22, 2020 at Baptist Health Hardin.

Mr. Buckner was a native of Hardin County, KY and the son of the late Benjamin and Helen Buckner. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he served on the Board of Deacons, sang with the Male Chorus, Senior Choir, Mass Choir and was a founding member of the Golden Tones Quartet. Mr. Buckner was a retired employee of the Department of Transportation.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Craig Buckner and Benjamin Buckner; and his siblings, Omar Foche Buckner, Benjamin Buckner, Jr, Christine Buckner, James Louis Buckner, Carrie Buckner, Ana Mae Buckner, Herbert Buckner and Hortense Isom.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Buckner of Elizabethtown, KY; one son, Tony Buckner; two daughters, Stephanie Buckner and Cheryl Buckner all of Elizabethtown, KY; nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one special nephew, Billy Frank Buckner (Hattie) of Elizabethtown, KY and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Saturday, November 28, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, KY with Rev. William Curle officiating. Burial will follow in Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 4-8 pm on Friday, November 27, 2020 also at First Baptist Church.

Guest Book

My sincere prayers and love to the Buckner family. Sincerely, Todd Family

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To The Family Of Deacon Buckner, I thank God that The Holy Spirit is bringing you peace during this time of earthly separation. I pray for each of you that you will be strengthened. Love to you All from the Cleaver, Satterwhite and Long Families

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TO OUR LOVING UNCLE CECIL, WE WILL SAY NO MORE WORDS OF YESTERDAY AS WE RECIEVE YOU UNTO GOD'S TOMORROW WITH BUT A PRAYER AND GOOD WORD AND A SAVED MEMORY OF GOOD REPORT TO THE MASTER JESUS AS WE L IVED AND PASSED AS BELIEVERS, I KNEW UNCLE HAD HIS HAND ON THE GOSPEL PLOW, HE RAISED GOOD CHILDREN ALL, HE KEPT A GREAT HOME WITH LOVING WIFE AND MOTHER OF CHILDREN AS WAS AGREED UPON. WE HOLD NO BAD NEWS FOR HIS HALLELLULAH CHORUS HE MUST BE SINGING IN TODAY. PEACE AND REST IN PEACE UNCLE YOU WILL BE SORELY MISSED. WE REMEMBERED YOU IN STRENGTH AND LOVE. YOUR NEICE, MARY ANN, MASTER HARRISON, MISS ADONNIS, ZEN, JASMEEN, AND OXIANNA. RESPECTFULLY REMORSED. AMEN

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To the Buckner Family, I was so sorry to hear that Mr. Cecil passed. He always had love in his heart for his family, church and community. He definitely made an impression in my life for loving his family. He always loved volunteering so some events in our community. He was a Godly man with his involvement in First Baptize Church. He raised som amazing kids, and grandkids. He had a long life. My Mr. Cecil Rest In Peace in Heaven. Sending prayers to the whole family. I wished I could have been there to celebrate his life, but know I am here for you. Ellen And Danny O'Brien

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To Dorothy and Family, we both worked with Cecil, he had the best outlook on life, a joy to work with, always a smile, and so loved his family.. Know Cecil is in God's Choir. Praying for Family to have peace. Joey & Beverly Bishop

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To Sister Buckner and Family, you have our deepest condolences in the passing of Deacon Cecil Buckner. He along with the Golden Tones have been an example of Christian Men ministering the Gospel in Song. On behalf of the Gospel Messengers of Glasgow, KY , you are in our prayers. Rev. E.A. Duke

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Dear Buckner Family, We are deeply saddened by the loss of Uncle Cecil. He was always so joyful and upbeat. May God strengthen and sustain you all during this season of bereavement. Take comfort in knowing that the scripture has been fulfilled: "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." We are praying your strength in the Lord. Rev. Dr Todd & Dr. Debra Shipp

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So many memories of working with Cecil at the Highway Department. He could always put a smile on anyone's face. Also enjoyed hearing him sing, heard the Golden Tones many times. Thinking and praying for your family during this time. Rhonda Slinker Nichols

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Cousins, our hearts go out to you and we stand with you with our sorrow. We celebrate knowing and being in the presence of this great soul. It was always a joyful and spirt filled time, to many to mention. Our relief is knowing we will all gather again in God's will. With all the love we have, The Bumgardner Family

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Stephanie and Ms. Dorothy, my heart hurts for you all. What a blessing to have met Mr. Cecil. He was such a wonderful Godly man. My whole family is so saddened for your loss. Many sweet memories we all have of him. He is singing in heaven now, and what a voice he had. I am here if you need me for anything. Much love to you all.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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