Donald Buck, late of Weyburn, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2011 at the age of 82 years. Donald was born March 5, 1929 in Regina to Carl and Lily Buck. Don was raised at Carlyle, until he was age 5 when the family moved to Oungre. Here he attended Rangeview School and lived on the farm there for most of his life. On August 31, 1950 Don married the love of his life, Frances Jarmann, in Macoun. He began working for his parents in their garage, and worked for the municipality and other various jobs throughout his life. His passion however was for farming, in which he worked the family farm at Oungre for many years. Donald was involved with his community and church. He helped the Hamar Lutheran Church with ushering, offering, and as a communion assistant. He was also involved with the Oungre Memorial Regional Park, and was always willing to help a neighbour. Donald was able to enjoy travelling, including: travelling to Ontario to buy a new truck in the 1950's, a trip to Alaska in 1975, and trips to Vegas and Arizona in the early 1980's. He and Frances happily celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in 1975. In 2011 the Buck family farm was commemorated for its 100th anniversary. Donald was interested in cars and motorcycles, and enjoyed being outdoors fishing and camping. He liked watching TV, especially old western films, and he loved to sing. Donald lived in various places in Regina and Weyburn, finally moving to Tatagwa in 2009. He had a good sense of humour, and a very caring spirit. Donald enjoyed spending time with his friends and family; and loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren dearly. Donald was predeceased by his parents, Carl & Lily; wife, Frances; sister, Margaret (Robert) Nelson; and brother-in-law, Eldon Anderson. Donald will be lovingly remembered by: daughter, Stephanie von Hagen and her children: Byron von Hagen and Karla von Hagen and her daughter, Jocelyn von Hagen; son, Trevor (Marie) Buck and their children: Ami (Trevor) Penner and children, Kaden, Kaien and Kasen; Travis (Kristin) Buck and children, Jade and Arianna; Amanda Buck and Terran Buck; daughter, Annette (Kevin) Lohse and children: Jazmin and Mikayla Lohse; sister, Olive Anderson as well as numerous nieces, nephews and sisters-in-law. A celebration of life was held on Monday, January 2, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. from Hamar Lutheran Church, Bromhead with Cicely McDougall officiating. Interment took place at Hamar Cemetery, Bromhead. Honorary Pallbearers were the House 7 staff at Tatagwa View. Donations may be made in memory of Donald to a charity of donor's choice. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com.Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, 306-842-5432
