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1954

DIED

2019

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Marty Buckley Obituary

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MARTY BUCKLEY April 7, 2019
The world got smaller on the evening of April 7, 2019. And a lot less fun. Marty Buckley, devoted husband, brother, uncle, cousin, friend and former soccer coach, took his last breath at his home in Chico, California.
Coach Buckley touched more lives in his 65 years then can possibly be listed. He and his remarkable wife, Cindy Buckley, created an extended family that stretches from Chico, where they both went to college, to Colorado Springs, where Marty coached and taught for 28 years, and back again. A significant amount of Budweiser was consumed along the way. Countless stories were told, consistent laughter was heard, golf balls flew in different directions, poker was played, BBQs took place and many, many people knew they were loved.
Marty was always that way, always building family, always adding more people to his heart, from growing up in Los Altos, California with his parents, Poppa Jack and Annie, his four siblings and a huge and loyal group of Homestead High School pals, to his time at Chico State and the many soccer teams he played on and coached, to the years at the Air Force Academy with so many beloved colleagues and cadets, and to his return to Chico in retirement, a move that clearly increased social activity in the city.
His last couple of years were a battle. He got hit by cancer and he hit back. He defied the odds so long that it seemed almost miraculous. He loved life intensely. He loved his wife intensely. They had built something incredible together, tied to so many wonderful people, and he flat out didn't want to let it go. Cindy's devotion to him, and the devotion to and from his family and friends, kept him going longer than anyone could have imagined. His spirit seemed unstoppable.
Over the past few months, cards and letters have been flowing in to Marty from all over, messages letting him know how much he means to so many, how many lives he touched, how much joy he created. He read them and said to Cindy, "I guess I did O.K."
Marty Buckley did more than O.K. He was a great man.
He is mourned and celebrated by his beloved spouse of 36 years, Cindy Buckley, his sister Suzanne Buckley-Dunckel, brothers Jon (dec 1988), Matt and Pete Buckley, Cindy's fellow "outlaws" Jamila Cranston, Ken Dunckel, Terry Brooks and Joan Langley, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, the incredible Flaherty cousins, and a not-small-at all-army of Chico friends, Colorado Springs friends, Bozos and extended family members of all ages.
The Buckley family is grateful beyond words for all the love and support given to Marty and Cindy. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses and staff of the Enloe Cancer Center and the angels on the 4th floor of the Enloe Hospital.
Celebrations of Marty's life are being planned for both Chico and Colorado Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marty's name would be greatly appreciated for Ability First, a sports program for physically disabled youth: Ability First, P.O. Box 4235, Chico, CA 95927, 530-966-0115.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 17, 2019.
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Cindy

I am heart broken for your loss. You and Marty shared such an amazing friendship in your marriage. I hope you know how strong of a support system you were for him. You are a wonderful caring person. Marcus and our family experienced that 1st hand. Please accept all of our love and may the universe give you everything you desire to rebuild your life. We love you.

Love you always:
Sheila and Marcus Rodrigues-B

Sheila and Marcus Rodrigues-Brady (Rodrigues-Cox)

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October 10, 2019

My sincerest condolences for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful and treasured memories. Marty, rest always in perfect peace in paradise.

Cindy Kisling

April 27, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. May God comfort your hearts and strengthen you all during this difficult time. -2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

BC~

April 23, 2019

My condolences to your family at this time, may the Lord bring you comfort in this time of sorrow

Carol Schmalbeck

April 23, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. I know what you are going through.. Hang tough which I know you will. Hold all the memories close to your Heart. Love and prayers are with you. JUDY Baros

April 17, 2019

Cindy,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers in this time of sorrow! Marty was truly a GREAT man, and we were blessed to have him in our lives!

Vince and Jeanne Guischard

April 17, 2019

Dear Cindy, Sending All our Love ,
Harold and Mary Addington, Colorado Springs, CO

April 17, 2019

So sorry for your loss Cindy and family.

Gina Swanson

April 13, 2019

Cindy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. May wonderful memories flood your heart and mind. Sharon Wittry

April 13, 2019

Cindy, may the memories protect you when they can. Sending our love and sympathy from CO.
Rich & Michelle Bender

Michelle Bender

April 12, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you and your family.

Betty Hummons

April 10, 2019

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