Clarence Bobby Buckner

Clarence “Bobby” Buckner, born March 22, 1933, went to be with our heavenly father on May 6, 2025, at his home in Asheville, NC. Bobby was a lifelong resident of Asheville and loved calling the Mountains “Home.”

He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Frances “Irene” Langford Buckner. Bobby was a lifelong patriot and loved his country. Always a soldier at heart, he gave himself at the young age of 18 to serve our great nation. He served in the 22nd US Army Airborne and was active during the Korean War. He continued his service across the US and Europe before returning home to start his family. He is a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.

He is survived by three children: Danny Buckner (Linda), Rick Buckner (Laura), and Vicki Buckner of Asheville. He was the grandfather of Amanda Berry (Wesley) of Longmont, CO, and Jacqueline Lovik (Daniel) of Asheville, NC. Bobby adored his two great-grandchildren, Kennedy and Miles.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the VFW Post 891, 626 New Leicester Hwy, Asheville, NC 28806, or any other Veterans Services.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 12:30 PM in the Chapel of Penland Family Funeral Home, with a reception of friends from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Burial will take place at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.

Penland Family Funeral Home is honoured to be caring for the family at this time.

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