Celebrating the life of
Richard "Rick" Buckley
February 07, 1956 - September 04, 2025
Richard Martin “Rick” Buckley, 69, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. He was born February 7, 1956, in New York to the late Raymond and Mary Dixon Buckley. Rick retired as a Supervisor from Kemira, and later owned Rick’s Lawncare Service. He was of the Catholic faith. He loved attending car shows, fishing, coaching baseball, and was a member of the Classic Cars Outlaw Group.
Rick is survived by his wife of 46 years, Phyllis West Buckley, sons, Stephen Buckley and Ryan Buckley, daughter, Meghan Buckley, and four grandchildren, Madison Hilliard, Makenzie Hilliard, Bennett Sikes, and Anniston Buckley. Also surviving are his siblings, Laurie Schmidt (Hal), Joseph Buckley (Lori), Michelle Buckley, Debi Christiansen (Thomas), Marianne Martin (Paul), and Jackie Howard (Rocky), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be 3:00 p.m., Monday, September 8, 2025, at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.
Michael and I are so sorry to hear about Rick. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
- Michael and Mary Gene Sikes, Savannah, GA
Michael and I are so sorry to hear about Rick. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
- Michael and Mary Gene Sikes, Savannah, GA
John 3:16 To: Mrs. Phyllis Buckley & family We are truly saddened by the passing of Ricky. He was a wonderful coworker and friend to many of us. In the days to come, may you find comfort in his fond memories. You're in our thoughts and prayers. His former coworkers & friends, Kemira/Kerr-McGee/Tronox
- Sheila M Chalmers, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
- Nancy Rowland, Savannah, Georgia
To the Buckley family my heart and prayers go to you all during this difficult time. I always enjoyed ricks personality and humour when I was living in Savannah all those years ago. May his passing be peaceful and I hope he now rests in peace in the eternal garden overlooking you all. Stuart Joanna Hannah and Abbey Jelf-Barrow
- Stuart P Barrow , Rugby UK , UK
Our condolences go to the Buckley family. Such a nice man. He will be missed by many.
- Bill and Cindy Thomas , Savannah , Ga
Derek and Michele, we agree with you today as you do the final sendoff for your loved one. We are praying for the whole Buckley family.
- Jeff & Wanda Burnsed, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 3:00 p.m. on Mon, September 08, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
