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Donald Buchanan

Passed 10/13/2007

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Obituary For Donald Buchanan

Donald “Don” Buchanan, 87, of Unionport, Ohio died Saturday, October 13, 2007 at his home. He was born May 22, 1920 in Unionport, OH a son of the late John and Hazel Orr Buchanan. Don graduated from Wooster College and spent many years as a petroleum engineer in the oil fields of Texas, Wyoming, Oklahoma and Illinois. Later, he returned to Ohio, raised cattle on the family farm and taught engineering technologies at Jefferson Technical Institute. He was a lieutenant in the Coast Guard during WW II. Don was a member and elder of Two Ridges Presbyterian Church but considered himself primarily a disciple of Christ. Teaching the Bible occupied many evenings of his life. He was also a member of Cadiz Country Club and enjoyed playing golf with his buddies. Surviving are his wife Margaret “Peggy” McCormick Buchanan and their son David (Alice) Buchanan of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; three children Donald “Bill” (Susan) Buchanan, Jr. of Middletown, NJ, Margaret (Richard) Jolley of Unionport, OH and Elizabeth “Lisa" (David) Montague of Ashland, OH from a former marriage; seven grandchildren and a brother Robert (Bette) Buchanan of Hilliard, OH. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where a service will be held Tuesday 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Hubert Granger and Rev. Wendy Norris officiating. Burial at Unionport Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Charity Hospice or a charity of donor’s choice.

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  • 09/03/2024

    The Davis Family in Albuquerque (Mike, Christy and Michael)

    Dear Peg, Dave and Alice, and Buchanan Family, We've known Don for a long time, from Wayne elementary through Wintersville class of '92, 4-H booths at the county fair, our wedding and countless trips home. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to your during this difficult time. While the pain will diminish over time, there is no replacing a man of Don's stature, presence and impact. We wish you the best. God bless. -Mike, Christy and Michael Davis

  • 09/03/2024

    Marcia Bedway

    Dear Peg, I was saddened to learn of Donald's passing. I know he was a man of great faith and that will be a comfort to you, although it will not diminish your missing him. I am keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Becky and Jim Murphy

    To All, You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Michelle Ayers

    Alice, You and your family are in my prayers. He no longer has to suffer and is with our Christ in Heaven

  • 09/03/2024

    Kimberly Eddie

    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of you father-inlaw. My prayers are with you and your family. Always look to the Lord for strength and he will hold up and give you "peace and grace". God Bless you all. Kimberly Eddie,your MaryKay Sister

  • 09/03/2024

    Ida Cellitti

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Joanne & Joe Mahlie

    Dear Peg and family, We are so sorry about your loss. Our prayers are with you. Joanne & JOe

  • 09/03/2024

    Dina Myers Stroud

    Dear Peggy, Dave and family, You have my deepest sympathy, and my sincere empathy for your grief at this time. I hold you dear in my heart and know that you will be great comfort to each other in the days and months to come. Peace and love, Dina

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron, Heather, Abby & Katie Tatgenhorst

    Mrs. Buchanan, Dave & Alice, Ron and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Buchanan's passing. We're so sorry we are not able to come "home" to see you. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Ron & Heather Tatgenhorst and daughters

  • 09/03/2024

    Dan & Jan SHriver

    So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and our prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ed Riddle

    I'd like to extend loving condolences to Peg and the family from my wife, Loretta, and me and my sister and her husband, Lu and Andy Stanko, all here in Graham, N.C.

  • 09/03/2024

    Susan Patton

    Alice and Dave, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's death. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Love, Sue Patton

  • 09/03/2024

    JoAnn Robinson Curtiss

    I am writing to say I am sorry for your lost as a young girl living in Unionport my mom used to rent from Mr.Don and I love the house at the railroad track alots.

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