Chick Matanette Greever
in honor of Bob.
Bob Buchanan
Birth date: Nov 20, 1944 Death date: Dec 26, 2020
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Bob Buchanan, 76, of Bristol, VA, passed away on Saturday, December 26, at Franklin Woods Hospital. He was born on November 20, 1944 and was a son of the late Robert F. Buchanan, Sr., and Ada Lillian Buchanan. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Ronda; his adored daughter, Niki Robertson and husband, Bradley; grandchildren Ella and Grady Robertson who brought special joy to his life; his brother, Bill Buchanan and wife, DeeDee; and many other loving family members and friends. He was a proud graduate of Damascus High School, Class of '63. He attended Virginia Tech on a football scholarship and graduated from Emory and Henry College. Bob was a teacher-coach at Virginia High School and Abingdon High School and a teacher-administrator at E.B. Stanley Middle School. He was a devoted lifelong member of Damascus United Methodist Church. He enjoyed many sports and after his retirement, he especially enjoyed fishing with friends. The funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Damascus United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 358 Damascus, VA, 24236, or please do an act of kindness to help someone in need. On-line condolences may be registered at www.garrettfuneralhome.com. Mr. Buchanan and his family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, VA 24236; ph.#: 276-475-3631Read Obituary
Mindy Wes Culp
Niki and Ms. Ronda,
Niki, I know from our friendship since college how much your Father meant to you and what a great man he was. We just wanted to reach out to you and your family to let you know that we love you and are thinking about you during this time.
Love,
Mindy and Wes Culp
Lura Henard
Ronda, Niki, Bradley, Ella, and Grady,
There are no words to adequately express our love for Bob and for each of you. Bob personified the definition of a good man. The dedication to his Mother, his career, and especially his wife, daughter, son in law, and grandchildren was more than admirable. His quiet demeanor, and all knowing look was always apparent. Remember the "one" Christmas I didn't get him a Flannel shirt (because i thought he was quite tired of getting the same thing every year) He said very matter of factly Lurdie, "Where is my Flannel Shirt"? He will be forever missed, but One Fine Day we will see him again, and that will be Wonder..full. Sending all our love to you, as we all remember our years together as a Family. Lura, Kenny, Ken Jr, Ronnie, Ryan, Melissa, Dakota, Rylan, and Brent.
George Pope
Ms, Ronda..Coach Buchanan was the best coach I ever played for. I had much respect for him. One of the greatest men I have ever known.I will forever think of and miss him. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. George T. Pope
Rebecca Selfe
Dear Ronda and Niki,
I’m so sorry for your loss, Bob was a wonderful husband and father. My late husband, Fred Selfe and Bob were best friends from the time they met at football practice at Virginia Tech. They both transferred to Emory and Henry College to play football. I remember Bob bringing Ronda to meet us when we lived in the trailer park for married students on campus. We all shared many holidays, football ups and downs, job changes, our beautiful daughters, and more football games than we both can remember! Bob was always there for Fred, especially when he was so sick. We will all miss this great man. Paige and I send much love to you both.
Gary Hall
I just learned of Buck’s passing this afternoon (Dec. 31st) and certainly was saddened to hear. He was a nice and good man that I always respected very much!!! I knew him while a teammate and fraternity brother at Emory and Henry and occasionally seeing him at football games at Emory. I am sincerely sorry for your loss and us as well!!!
Blaine Tate
in honor of Bob.
Lantha Quesenberry
Ronda and Niki,
We send your family heartfelt condolences and prayers for comfort!
Bob, Mr Buchanan, to those of us that knew him though the education field, was a stellar individual!
He was a multi talented educator, coach and administrator. Professional yet so easy to approach with concerns or questions while I volunteered in Washington County School System.
A true gentleman. His intelligence, compassion and leadership will always be respected and admired!
Greg and Lantha Quesenberry’s
Becky Wyatt
I had Coach Buchanan for Algebra at Virginia High School many years ago. I was a social (talker) student. If the football team had lost, when I’d come in the room he would say “Miss King you can stay in the hall today”. Loved him as a teacher. Some of the best memories I have from VHS. I pray the Lord keeps you close and carries you with His grace.
Warren Wright
So sorry and so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Dad loved Bob so much and spoke so highly of him and it's easy to see why. Ronda, Niki,Bill and his family are in Lisa's and my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Lethcoe
I was greatly saddened to hear of Bucks passing. He meant so much to me both personally and professionally. My prayers for Rhonda and family during this difficult time.