He was born June 29, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA, son of late Oliver Buck and Jane Kraft.
He worked for Southern Bell and AT&T for over 35 years as an electronics instructor. He was active in AT&T pioneers. His passion was playing drums. Buck was a professional drummer, who played with several bands well into his eighties.
Left to mourn his loss are his children Nancy (John) Pyrtle, Kenneth (Maria) Kraft, Jenny Govan and Kris Kraft; grandchildren Bonnie (Robert) Helms, Kristeoffer Kraft and Matthew Kraft and great grandson Logan Kraft.
Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Buck’s name to Hospice & Palliative Care, Charlotte Region (www.hpccr.org) or