This memorial website was created in memory of our father, Robert Buchanan, 66, born on December 1, 1945 and passed away on June 23, 2012. We will forever remember him. Visitation is on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 from 4 pm to 8 pm, and on Thursday, June 28, 2012 from 2 pm to 6 pm. The Funeral Service is open to family and friends, and will begin at 11 am on Friday, June 29, 2012.
ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME
3050 W. BEECHER RD.
ADRIAN, MI. 49221
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February 22, 2013
February 22, 2013
A friend has lost her grandma that raised her. As I listen to her go through the visitation, the funeral and answering uniform questions so her blues look perfect it makes me cry. The tears are partly sympathy for her but I realize it is more for the fact that I miss you so much and I am crying for you. I miss you terribly. Sprinkle some heaven dust her way so it wont hurt so bad.
January 23, 2013
January 23, 2013
I felt you in my room last night as I lay awake. I pretended to be asleep so you wouldn't go away. I felt you kiss my forehead and stifle a little tear, I felt you kneel beside my bed and whisper in my ear. You made me feel warm inside with the message that you gave; 3 little words that I've longed to hear you say... "There's unlimited pizza!" I can't wait to see you in Heaven, Grandpa :)
January 14, 2013
January 14, 2013
I thought of you today but that is nothing new. I thought of you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence and I often speak your name; all I have are memories and a picture in a frame.
Your memory is a keepsake, from which I'll never part. While God has you in His arms... I have you in my heart.
Your memory is a keepsake, from which I'll never part. While God has you in His arms... I have you in my heart.
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
Dad,
New Years is the most difficult it seems. Your memory will remain forever, but this is the last year I will know you in my life. Every year from midnight tonight I have to go it without you. This year the world will not be as bright because you have not put your finger prints on it and the memories that will be made. I deeply miss you
New Years is the most difficult it seems. Your memory will remain forever, but this is the last year I will know you in my life. Every year from midnight tonight I have to go it without you. This year the world will not be as bright because you have not put your finger prints on it and the memories that will be made. I deeply miss you
December 10, 2012
December 10, 2012
Sitting here looking at the Christmas lights missing you more each day. I'm enjoying the memories of cracking walnuts with a pair of pliers and the Christmas on Sharp Rd. when you woke us all up beating a pan with a wooden spoon. I remember you were so happy and smiled so much. I don't know why this Christmas stands out among all the wonderful ones, I would give anything for one more.
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
Happy Birthday brother. There's never a day I don't think of you, but today is more emotional. All the wonderful birthdays we celebrated as boys are on my mind today. I was so blessed to have you as my brother & today I will celebrate your life & pray you know how much I love you & miss you. Your brother, Jim
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
Happy Birthday Dad...I hope you are having the birthday of your dreams and can wear a smile all day.You never leave my thoughts, I miss you so much.
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
Today was the day
so many years ago
You came into this world
Bringing a special glow
So full of love
And laughter so loud
Thinking of you today
You still make us proud
Dad, I know you’re watching
I know your looking down
Your birthday is today
And although you’re not around
It doesn’t stop our thoughts
And never stops our prayers
I am sending birthday wishes
To my angel upstairs
so many years ago
You came into this world
Bringing a special glow
So full of love
And laughter so loud
Thinking of you today
You still make us proud
Dad, I know you’re watching
I know your looking down
Your birthday is today
And although you’re not around
It doesn’t stop our thoughts
And never stops our prayers
I am sending birthday wishes
To my angel upstairs
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
Dad, some days I hear your voice
and turn to see your face;
Yet in my turning...it seems
the sound has been erased.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just don't fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and once more hear your voice;
I'd tell you that out of all the dads
you would still be my choice.
and turn to see your face;
Yet in my turning...it seems
the sound has been erased.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just don't fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and once more hear your voice;
I'd tell you that out of all the dads
you would still be my choice.
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
How blessed was I to have you for a brother-in-law. I know you are celebrating with your dad & mother, aunts, uncles and all your family in heaven, but we will be celebrating you today also. After looking back at all the pictures; I realize you really are an image of a awesome man. Happy Birthday Bob, Love & miss you....Vicki
December 1, 2012
December 1, 2012
Happy Birthday in Heaven Dad... I hope you are having the best birthday up there... I miss you so much!!! Mom and I went to Red Lobster today for lunch just like you guys would have... I dont think I ate quite as much as you would have though... LOL
I wish I could have just one more day with you..
I wish I could have just one more day with you..
October 27, 2012
October 27, 2012
You've left fire in my heart and ice in my veins...
Sometimes I feel I won't be whole again...
I'm going through so much without you...
But somehow I know you're here.
Thank you, because that's what I need.
Just to know you are near.
Sometimes I feel I won't be whole again...
I'm going through so much without you...
But somehow I know you're here.
Thank you, because that's what I need.
Just to know you are near.
October 27, 2012
October 27, 2012
Softly the leaves of memories fall,
Gently I gather and treasure them all.
Unseen...
Unheard...
You are always near.
So LOVED, so MISSED, so VERY DEAR.
Gently I gather and treasure them all.
Unseen...
Unheard...
You are always near.
So LOVED, so MISSED, so VERY DEAR.
October 27, 2012
October 27, 2012
"Today it would be wonderful, to see you play and smile. But Heaven lent you to this world, just for a little while. And in that short but precious time, you brought along much love, and all that love is with you now, in Heaven up above. Your leaving caused so many tears and such a lot of pain... but God needed one more angel, so He took you back again." missing you <3
August 25, 2012
August 25, 2012
Was in the neighborhood... Thought I'd stop by to say hello and that I love you!
August 22, 2012
August 22, 2012
Happy Anniversary, Mom and Dad! We love you both very much. We will continue to celebrate your lives and love for each other, with Mom, until we meet again in heaven. We miss you immeasurably, and our lives are not the same without you. We love you, Pop. Rob, Marliese, Aliese, the new little bambino, and of course, Clara.
August 18, 2012
August 18, 2012
Rain-checks can be cashed in Heaven... Just found out!
August 17, 2012
August 17, 2012
Sitting here thinking about you..... And missing you terribly......
August 10, 2012
August 10, 2012
I was driving up E295 at 80mph towards JTB and a semi truck cut me off. I had to drop down to 55mph and stay there for 5 miles. I figured the truck would continue on and I would turn off, but it didn't. It turned and I had to stay behind it. It wasn't until the truck led me all the way to work that I realized it must have been you. Thanks for the escort! :) and the smile to wear all day!
August 6, 2012
August 6, 2012
All the magic went with you that quiet June day; the day my Grandpa passed away. Darkness closed in on our hour of grief, we felt alone as you felt relief. Nothings the same, the sun can't shine. I want you here, to call you mine. I know you're resting and have come to peace, but when does the pain stop? Along with the grief? I miss you so, but love you more! Wait for me at heavens door <3
July 23, 2012
July 23, 2012
I have replayed in my mind the last night I got to see you over and over again today... Then it fast forwards to seeing you resting with Jesus. And it's hard. I replay the reactions of my family and it continues to break my heart. As we mark 1 month of your passing, we long to hug you and talk to you. We only hope it gets easier from here :( But for now, we cry... i love you grandpa...
July 23, 2012
July 23, 2012
It doesn't seem that a month has gone by since I had to let you go. I miss you more now Dad than a month ago when the beauty of the sunshine vanished in a matter of seconds. There are times that memories of you come to mind so strongly it almost brings me to my knees.
Sometimes you can't pick up the pieces because when you try to put the pieces back together there is one missing. I love you Dad.
Sometimes you can't pick up the pieces because when you try to put the pieces back together there is one missing. I love you Dad.
July 23, 2012
July 23, 2012
Well its been a month today Dad that God called you home and it still seems like it was just yesterday. I think the hardest thing is for things to be happening in my life and the kids life and I cant tell you. I Love You and Miss You so much!!
July 11, 2012
July 11, 2012
As I woke this morning, I realized that today would be the first of many firsts that we all will experience without you. Oh how I wish I could hear "Happy Birthday Peaches" from you today. I love and miss you so much!!
July 10, 2012
July 10, 2012
The days seem longer now trying to take on my normal life again. I am angry that the people around me don't feel the sorrow that I do. That their worlds have continued to spin carelessly now that the world has lost such a special man. In hind sight, I really wouldn't have wanted to share you. I miss you...
July 10, 2012
July 10, 2012
I remember that morning, the phone call from my brother and I knew in his voice that you were gone. I thought to myself "no, it was to soon". I was mad at myself, I was coming to see you on Sunday.
Grandpa. I loved you sooo much and still do!! You were my poppa!! I am truly going to miss our talks and laughs. But I will always remember you saying " family first"!
Grandpa. I loved you sooo much and still do!! You were my poppa!! I am truly going to miss our talks and laughs. But I will always remember you saying " family first"!
July 1, 2012
July 1, 2012
It doesn't seem like just a week ago Mom called to say you were gone and my whole world stopped. As I wait for my plane I realize I will have to make my world start spinning again. For the first time in my life, I am leaving home and you are not a phone call away. I miss you so much Dad.
June 30, 2012
June 30, 2012
Its hard to believe it was just a week ago that Mom called to say you were gone. Its been the longest week of my life. I am not sure what to do without you here. You would have been so proud of your grandchildren at the service Dad, they loved you so much as I do. You left such a lasting impression on each one of their lives and I thank you for that.
June 29, 2012
June 29, 2012
Grandpa... I meant every word I said today. I miss you from the depths of my heart and am having a hard time accepting you have left us. The service we had for you was so beautiful. We have lost a gentle man who loved with everything he had... I am about to go to sleep but wanted to say I LOVE YOU one last time on the day we said fairwell... G'night Grandpa... tomorrow starts day 1 for me.
June 29, 2012
June 29, 2012
I am so Happy for my cousin Janie to have be Blessed with Bob as her husband and the children to have a Great Dad and Mom. I oved both of them. Bob always made you smile, and made you feel good and happy. He always had a joke or something smart to say,to make you know he was full of beans. You will be missed, but now your resting in peace along with other family and friends.
June 29, 2012
June 29, 2012
Thank you to everyone who worked so diligently to make this a memorable service for my father. I know that he was looking down upon us all as we remembered and honored his life. Rob
June 28, 2012
June 28, 2012
To a wonderful man that I've had the pleasure of knowing for 36 years. You are at peace now and are up there in Heaven with my Dad. You two be good until we meet again someday so I can have my Teddy Bear Hugs again. I love you like my own Dad.
June 27, 2012
June 27, 2012
"***DONATIONS***
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Lenawee Humane Society in Bob’s name at:
http://www.lenhumanesoc.org/Donations.htm"
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Lenawee Humane Society in Bob’s name at:
http://www.lenhumanesoc.org/Donations.htm"
June 27, 2012
June 27, 2012
I came into the family at 19. Bob was the best man at our wedding, and has always been more than a brother-in-law. I've been very blessed to have Bob & Janie as part of my life. I will miss Bob and always keep him close to my heart and in my thoughts.
June 26, 2012
June 26, 2012
I love you, Poppa. Tell Crumpet I love her.
June 26, 2012
June 26, 2012
Dear Rob
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your dad. I’m sure your dad had a hand in modeling behaviors that shaped the special person that you are – your wonderful parenting skills, compassion, and patience. I’m hoping that the good memories will be a comfort to you while you grieve this loss. Know that I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love to you and your family
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your dad. I’m sure your dad had a hand in modeling behaviors that shaped the special person that you are – your wonderful parenting skills, compassion, and patience. I’m hoping that the good memories will be a comfort to you while you grieve this loss. Know that I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love to you and your family
June 25, 2012
June 25, 2012
I had the pleasure of getting to know Bob as I was one of the nurses that cared for him. He was such a pleasant patient...always greeted staff with a smile. The love shared between he and his wife definitely shows in the pictures, just as it did everyday I saw them together. He will definitely be greatly missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.
June 25, 2012
June 25, 2012
To my Aunt Janie, Cousins Laurie, Rob & Lindsay, This memorial to your dad is beautiful and I loved looking at all of the wonderful memories that you had created as a family. My heart aches to hear the news of this wonderful man's passing. I will always remember the times with your family and feel blessed that I could call him Uncle...I was very proud to be his niece :) Much Love, Suzi
June 25, 2012
June 25, 2012
Thank you to everyone who has left a picture or a note. It is wonderful to see my father throughout his life. It has brought back several wonderful memories, and has been cathartic for me. Robert
June 25, 2012
June 25, 2012
He was a man who loved his family very much. I knew that from the first time I met him. I will always remember him for his warm and welcoming hugs. You will be missed, Bob.
June 24, 2012
June 24, 2012
As I woke this morning and faced the first day alone without you I wondered how I would manage, then I heard a song "Angel by your side" and I knew it was you telling me that you are not far away. Thank you for being there for me always. I Love you Dad!
June 24, 2012
June 24, 2012
We'll miss you, Dad, and Aliese will forever love her Papa! You live on in our daily prayers, thoughts, and memories of times together.
June 23, 2012
June 23, 2012
Thank you all for honoring my father. He is a great man that had an indelible positive impact on many lives. One of my favorite quotes is by Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Every man is my superior in some way, and in that I learn of him.” I learned from my father that being a great dad is the single most important thing a man can do in life. I hope I can live up to the example he has set for me.
June 23, 2012
June 23, 2012
***DONATIONS***
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Lenawee Humane Society in Bob’s name at: http://www.lenhumanesoc.org/Donations.htm
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Lenawee Humane Society in Bob’s name at: http://www.lenhumanesoc.org/Donations.htm
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June 23, 2022
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So much has happened in 10 years…wish you were here for all of it. I miss you.
June 24, 2021
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Nine years hardly seems possible. I miss you so much. Your missing so much that I know you would love to be part of. I know you’re there when you enter my thoughts at random times or the rare sighting of a bald eagle in Kansas. I love you more than I wish I could have the chance to tell you.
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Turkey
November 3, 2023
When I first brought Trickey home 13 years ago, you made me laugh when I mentioned you both were born in December. You said, "Ah! So you already know he's gonna be a handful!" You always called him 'Turkey' which still makes me giggle because I couldn't tell if you were being serious. I remember replaying videos of him running around my apartment for you and how you thought it was so cool he could still run so fast on 3 legs - "He's a roadster!!!" In our early days, I learned he could tell when I was experiencing a heavy emotion when God called you home. He was waiting by the door for me ready to help lift me back up to the spirits you'd want me to be in. He's been the greatest companion I'll ever know in this lifetime and now he's gone home to be with you. We've had an extraordinary adventure together which he'll tell you all about. (Don't believe him if he tries to tell you I'M the handful, okay?;)
I haven't hurt like this since you departed. Someone put it beautifully by saying "he's the personification of [my] entire adult life" so I guess it makes sense to feel like it's the close of an era. When he passed away, I felt the warmth of those hugs only my Grandpa could give fill the room for a moment and I've thought about it all week long. I find peace in thinking you came to get him and am so happy for him now that he gets to live with the Grandpaw he's only ever heard about. You were right, he is a handful - a handful of unconditional love and unwavering devotion. He loved licking my ears, snuggling under big blankets, and playing hide and seek with me. He doesn't care much for seafood or having his paws tickled but loves a good belly scratching and a game of fetch. He'll also be interested in hearing your inner most thoughts and what books you're reading. If you plan on writing something down, have some backup pens - he'll take it, run, and hide it. I know you'll take care of him, especially for your Scooter, and I'm grateful. I'll see you both again one day and am bringing the pizza. Give him a scoop on the snoot for me... He'll know what it means. <3 I love you.
I haven't hurt like this since you departed. Someone put it beautifully by saying "he's the personification of [my] entire adult life" so I guess it makes sense to feel like it's the close of an era. When he passed away, I felt the warmth of those hugs only my Grandpa could give fill the room for a moment and I've thought about it all week long. I find peace in thinking you came to get him and am so happy for him now that he gets to live with the Grandpaw he's only ever heard about. You were right, he is a handful - a handful of unconditional love and unwavering devotion. He loved licking my ears, snuggling under big blankets, and playing hide and seek with me. He doesn't care much for seafood or having his paws tickled but loves a good belly scratching and a game of fetch. He'll also be interested in hearing your inner most thoughts and what books you're reading. If you plan on writing something down, have some backup pens - he'll take it, run, and hide it. I know you'll take care of him, especially for your Scooter, and I'm grateful. I'll see you both again one day and am bringing the pizza. Give him a scoop on the snoot for me... He'll know what it means. <3 I love you.
August 24, 2014
August 24, 2014