Debra L. Buckham, 56, of Franklin, passed away at 12:08 a.m. at her residence on Tuesday, October 28th, surrounded by her loving family.
Born August 29, 1958, in Butler, Debra was the daughter of the late Richard and Carol Luckock Beggs. She was married to Richard E. Buckham on April 9, 1977, and he survives.
Debra was a Certified Nursing Assistant and was employed at the Golden Living Care Center in Oil City. She was a member of the Franklin Eagles Arie #328. Debra enjoyed going camping and playing yahtzee. She especially treasured the times she spent with her family, children and grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Debra is survived by her three daughters, Beth Ann Sitterle and her husband, John, of Pittsburgh, Michelle J. Feltenberger and her husband, Chad, of Cooperstown, and Rebecca L. Buckham of Saegertown. She is also survived by her two grandchildren, Michael A. Feltenberger and Addison R. Feltenberger, both of Cooperstown; and her sister, Teri Beggs of Butler.
A memorial for Debra will be held at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, on Saturday, November 1st at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Mark Rusnak, Chaplain for Aseracare, officiating.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made in Debra’s memory to the Kirtland Cancer Foundation — PO Box 108, Franklin, PA 16323.
To send flowers, cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
