Leland Buckler Obituary
In loving memory of Leland Buckler in Columbia, Missouri, who departed this world on January 23, 2026 at the age of 88. Leland leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leland Buckler to pay them a last tribute.
As Leland departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Leland. Though Leland may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jodie C. Buckler and Willie Mary Buckler (Stidham); and his siblings, Granville, Wendall Buckler, Edith Sims and Louise Murray.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Lou Buckler; and his sons, Michael (Mary) of St. Joseph, MO and Scott (Lisa) of Odessa, MO. He is also survived by three grandsons, five great-granddaughters and two great-grandsons; and one sister-in-law as well as several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Central Christian Church.
