Roger A Buckingham, 69, of Gurnee, from Chicago Il passed away June 6, 2014 at Highland Park Hospital. He was born May 17, 1945 in Chicago to Leon and Helen Buckingham. He was a Farmers Insurance Agent.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife Kathleen, his loving children Brian, Tim (Cathleen) and Jennifer. Also adored Grandchildren Jordyn, Carter and Cooper; his brother, Ronald (Maryann) and several nephews.
Roger fought a courageous battle with cancer for five years.
Visitation will be held 5-8pm on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Marsh Funeral Home. Funeral Mass 10:00am on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at St. Paul the Apostle, 6401 Gages Lake Rd, Gurnee, IL . Burial will be at Highland Memorial Park Cemtery, Libetyville, IL
Memorials or donations may be made in his name to the American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601 www.lung.org