Kenneth W. Buckler

Kenneth Wren Buckler, 90, of Columbia, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022. Private graveside services will be conducted in Memorial Park Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, May 5, 2022 at Broadway Christian Church in Columbia.

Ken was born in Boone County, Missouri on July 12, 1931 to Olna Wren Buckler and Hattie (Brown) Buckler. He was a graduate of Hickman High School and served his country in the U. S. Army. On December 24, 1951 he was united in marriage to Julia Ann “Judy” (Bennett) Buckler who survives.

A daughter, Deborah Ann Buckler, and a son, Phillip Monroe Buckler, preceded him in death.

Ken built a career at Shelter Insurance in the IT department, working there for 34 years and retiring as a supervisor in 1989. He and Judy were founding members of Broadway Christian Church and remained active in the church for most of his life. For many years, he raised, trained and showed Tennessee Walking Horses. Ken and Judy also volunteered for many years at The Wardrobe in Columbia.

Ken is survived by his wife, Judy; three grandchildren, Alexandra (Andrew) Boucher, William Buckler, and Gracelyn Buckler; three great-grandchildren, Emma, Warren, and Lucas; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Allene Cole of Florida and Dorothy Finnell of California.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Broadway Christian Church or The Wardrobe.