Moses James Buckner

Moses James Buckner, Jr. June 12, 1950 - April 26, 2025 Moses J. Buckner, Jr.,74, of Corvallis, Oregon, passed away at home on April 26, 2025. He was born in Portland, Oregon, on June 12, 1950, to Florene and Moses Buckner, Sr. Although he was an only child, he grew up close to his grandparents and aunt and uncle. Saturday mornings he was excited to go fishing with them to nearby lakes, which led to his lifetime enjoyment of fishing trips. He graduated from Benson Technical High School and attended Oregon State University. After marriage to Linda, his beloved wife of 54 years, they made their home first in Portland and later in Lebanon, Oregon. The young family eventually settled in Corvallis in 1983. His professional journey included eleven years as a draftsman at CH2M Hill after earning his associate degree in drafting technology. ln 1992, Moses founded Moe's Rent-A-Fish, an aquarium and pond installation and maintenance service, creating therapeutic environments that brought calm and tranquility to many spaces. His career concluded with nearly a decade of service as a special education assistant in the Corvallis School District, where he offered positive and caring support to students. The outdoors was Moses's sanctuary. Whether fishing, hunting, camping, or exploring, he found renewal in nature. At home, his green thumb brought plants to flourishing life. He maintained his own aquariums to raise fish and enjoy his tropical fish hobby. He played on summer league softball teams until a knee injury slowed him down. He was an avid basketball fan, supporting teams at every level including Crescent Valley High School, Oregon State University, Arizona State University, and the Portland Trail Blazers. Friends were always welcome in the Buckner home, including friends of all his children. Moses enjoyed coaching his children in their young years and always supported their many activities. The family, along with friends, enjoyed years of camping and summer vacations to a family cabin near the Metolius River. In retirement, he and Linda loved their road trips to visit family and friends and explore national parks in Oregon, California, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. Moses embodied what it meant to be truly family oriented. He was a loving husband to Linda and devoted father to Liana, Janina, Darren, Rose, Carrie, and Melanie. He welcomed their partners and delighted in his twenty grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. His devotion was unwavering and his love boundless. We will always cherish our memories and honor his legacy of compassion and unconditional love. Moses's life was a testament to the profound impact of being present, reliable, and kind. Friends and family are invited to gather in remembrance at First Presbyterian Church in Corvallis at 2:00pm on June 28, 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Pastega Regional Cancer Center or OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

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Moses James Buckner

June 12, 1950 - April 26, 2025