Mr. Buchanan was born October 14, 1945 in New York, son of the late Richard Buchanan and Jeanne Lemonoff Buchanan. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. Jim was a hard worker with a great sense of humor, a Certified Mixologist, and an avid golfer. "PopPop" as he was called by his nine grandchildren, enjoyed spending time teaching them life skills as well as showing off his many tools. His hobbies included traveling with his wife and sharing those stories with his many friends especially his favorite trip to Hawaii.
Survivors include his wife of thirty years, Sue Buchanan of Sunset Beach; children, Jim Buchanan and wife Laura of New York, Ken Miller and wife Marianne of California, Gregory Miller and wife KimAnh of Texas; and Lisa Italia and husband John of Pennsylvania; sister, Lynn Arzt and husband Alan of Florida; nine grandchildren, Cierra, Marissa, Christian, Nik, Jimmy, Adam, Mark, Chloe, and Vivian; and his loving canine companion, Betty Jeanne.
In keeping with his wishes, his family will hold a party on the beach at a later date to celebrate the great life Jim lived.
Online condolences may be made at www.shallottefunerals.com
White Funeral and Cremation Service, Shallotte Chapel.
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