William Ely Buckman Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2024 in Virginia Beach, Virginia

William Ely Buckman Sr.

December 18, 1937 - October 8, 2024 (86 years old)

Virginia Beach, Virginia

William Ely Buckman Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2024 in Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory

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William Ely Buckman Sr.

December 18, 1937 - October 8, 2024 (86 years old)

Virginia Beach, Virginia

William Ely Buckman Sr. Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved William Ely Buckman Sr. of Virginia Beach, Virginia, born in Orange, New Jersey, who passed away at the age of 86, on October 8, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Ely Buckman Sr. to show support.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though William Ely may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Helen Buckman (Lear) and Stuart Andrews Buckman. He is survived by: his children, William Jr. and Lisa Buckman Shumate (Robert S. Shumate); and his grandchildren, Katherine, Claire and Miles Buckman.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society by clicking the donation link provided here (https://www.tmcfunding.com) .

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory



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