Ambrose Buckman, 85, son, brother, husband, father, papa, great-papa, cousin, uncle, friend. Though his memories still live strong, he went to rest peacefully on August 20, 2024.
With a big heart and an even bigger smile; Ambrose served in the United States Navy for 4 years (1957-1961), dedicated 37 years to Ford Motor Company, over 20 years to the City of Excelsior Springs, 5 years as Mayor, was a lifetime Knights of Columbus member, on Parish Council for St. Ann Catholic Church, Excelsior Springs Hospital Volunteer, a Member of the Elks Lodge since 1973 (Exalted Ruler 1975-1977), and Good Samaritan Board Member.
Though he boasts many accolades throughout his life, Ambrose was a humble and loving man. There was nothing he would not do for his family or those who needed it most. He will be forever missed for his kind heart, larger than life smile, and his laugh. He would not want you to be sad. Instead we share our memories and find peace in his peace and know that our days will always shine a bit brighter each day, because we all know heaven is cleaner now that Ambrose is there.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 26, 2024 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Liberty, MO, with Mass to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery in Excelsior Springs.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you extend your hearts as Ambrose always did to Disabled Veterans, Community Foundation of Excelsior Springs and/or the Good Samaritan Center.
Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
Our Sincere Condolences
Ambrose was a dear friend. Enjoyed working with him at Ford. Knew him for 50 plus years. Will miss him.
Max Jackson
Love you Ambrose and all that you represented in your life- those connections that you made to help so many, and the belief that you provided —that this world is full of good people and good deeds. Thank you for your friendship. I miss you already- your smile in the hospital hallway, we all loved seeing your love and smile, but could see your pain in recent days. I miss you but promise to share your positive story always. May God bless you and all of your family and friends. I pray that you are resting well now. We love you and are so thankful to have been a part of your world. Love to you all during this difficult time. I hope that the good stories and memories being joy and laughter to you all in the coming days. Love to you all. Thank you for sharing your stories and Ambrose with us all. He was, and will always be an amazing gift.
Kristen DeHart
My condolences to the family.
“Buck” had a set of high values and stuck with them.
Well done “Buck”.
Larry Heslop
Sherri and family we are sending you much love and many prayers. May the faith you share, the stories you tell, and the memories you hold in your heart give you comfort and peace. Ambrose had a special love for his family that will last throughout an eternity. May you know you have many friends who support you during this time.
Connie and Jim (Davis)
What a great man Ambrose was and loved his family dearly. Praying for you all at this time.
Deepest sympathies,
Donna Tanking
Buckman Family and Friends,
I speak for the entire Knudsen Family when I say Ambrose is Always in Our Hearts. When people talk about someone being larger than life, well Ambrose was on his own mountain. Even though I live in Savannah, Ga., over the past 20 years I was fortunate enough to spend some great quality time w he and Sherry but certainly not as much as I would have liked.
My family was graced by God to build a beautiful friendship w the Buckmans back in 1972 and although we were separated by over 1000 miles since 1976 we all cherished our times w them.
I told Julie the other day that when my father passed away that on his Mass Card was the saying from St. Ambrose “We have loved him during life, let us not abandon him until we conducted him to the Lord” – In my opinion Ambrose conducted himself to the Lord. I am CERTAIN that I have never met a more giving person in my life and he is shining down on all of us today.
Sherry and Family my heart is totally with you as I will celebrate Ambrose with a Ketel One in his Honor as the last time we were together we had great conversation over a glass of Ketel.
Cheers to you Ambrose, forever my friend and a friend to all.
Scott Knudsen
Dear Buckman family,
It was as spiritual a life as I knew.
You’re friends.
When I see you all it reminds me of my Catholic upbringing and my wonderful parents.
Ambrose I know you are in heaven.
Love to you and Sherry and family.
Robert Shemwell
Words do not begin to explain the hole that Ambrose has left in this community. His light to this community will be sorely missed. Thank you Ambrose for welcoming me to the Good Samaritan Center and always being such a kind soul to those in need. We will miss you dearly here at the center. Love and Light my friend.
Sara Noblet ED of the Good Samaritan Center