Marvin J. Buchanan's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Troy, Ohio

Marvin J. Buchanan

November 26, 1936 - November 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Troy, Ohio

Marvin J. Buchanan's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Troy, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Baird Funeral Home

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Marvin J. Buchanan

November 26, 1936 - November 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Troy, Ohio

Marvin J. Buchanan Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Marvin J. Buchanan of Troy, Ohio, who passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Marvin J. Buchanan to show support.

Though Marvin may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Marvin touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ralph R. Buchanan and Dorothy Amelia Buchanan (Klein); his wife Sharon Elaine Buchanan (Macy); and his brother Ralph R. Buchanan Jr.. He is survived by: his children, Beth Hunter (Dean) of Troy, Scott Allen Buchanan (Tamara Ellis) of Troy and Craig J. Buchanan (Barbara) of Unicoi, TN. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Monday, November 10th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Baird Funeral Home (555 N Market St, Troy, OH 45373). A funeral service was held on Monday, November 10th 2025 at 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, November 11th 2025 at 1:00 PM.

Memorial contributions may be made to Day City Hospice, 7601 Paragon Rd., Suite 203, Dayton, OH 45459.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Baird Funeral Home



Mon

Nov 10

Visitation

Baird Funeral Home
555 N Market St, Troy, OH 45373

Mon

Nov 10

Funeral service

Troy Moose Lodge 2695
511 N Elm St, Troy, OH 45373

Tue

Nov 11

Funeral service

Baird Funeral Home
555 N Market St, Troy, OH 45373

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