Buck - Requiem mass for the repose of the soul of Mr John Reginald Buck of Bairnsdale, formerly of Bendigo, will be offered at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Bairnsdale on Friday (Oct. 23rd) 2026 at 11.00am. The funeral will leave the church at the conclusion of prayers for the Bairnsdale Lawn Cemetery. John’s funeral service will be streamed here. Buck - John Reginald, of Bairnsdale, formerly of Bendigo. Born 29th October 1937. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 13th October 2026, aged 88 years. Dearly loved son of Reginald and Rose (both dec.) and brother and brother-in-law of Laurence (dec.) and Johann; Anne and Corvan (dec.). Loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. Devoted and loving husband of Joan, married for 62 wonderful years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Peter and Bindi, Helen and Rod, Andrew (dec.), Margie and Darcy. Proud Pa and Papa of Lachlan and Emma, Joshua, Ben and Taula, Matt and Sophie, Sam, Georgia, Chris, Jess, Pixi, Alex, Lauren and Deryk, Jack, Madi, Beau and Isla, Joel and Emily. Dad, Thanks just for being you. I could not have asked for a better father and role model. I miss you so much already. Love always, Pete, Bindi, Lachlan, Josh, Ben, Matt, Sam and Georgia Dad, You were an inspiration right to the end, your wicked sense of humour and cheeky grin will be sorely missed. Hope you’re finally out in that tinny with Andy sharing a laugh and enjoying a beer. Love you always Helen, Rod, Chris, Jess, Pix and Alex. Dad My heart just hurts right now. I just miss you. We know how proud you were of your family. I hope you know how proud we were of you. "Bye Daddo, Love you, I'll talk to you soon" Margie & Darcy, Lauren & Deryk, Jack, Madi, Beau & Isla, Joel & Em