Patricia Anne Buck
Patricia Anne Buck, affectionately known as “Patty” to family and friends and “Oma” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away on October 26, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born in Camden, New Jersey, and raised in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, Patty lived a life filled with love, laughter, lasting friendships, and cherished traditions.
Patty met the love of her life, Joe Buck, through a close-knit group of friends who spent summers on Long Beach Island in Surf City, New Jersey. Their friendship grew into a remarkable 63-year marriage built on love, commitment, and shared adventures. As the wife of a Vietnam War veteran, Patty understood the meaning of service, sacrifice, and unwavering support.
Patty was the pillar of her family and a trusted friend to many. A devoted wife and mother, she had a gift for making others feel valued and loved. She was a trusted confidante, a thoughtful sounding board, and a steady source of strength. Her genuine interest in people helped create friendships that lasted a lifetime.
A former flight attendant with American Airlines, Patty loved traveling, design, boating, football, lunches with friends, and time at the Jersey Shore. Christmas was her favorite holiday, bringing together the people she loved and creating cherished memories and traditions.
Patty is survived by her beloved husband, Joe Buck; her sister, Maureen; her four children, Scott (Stacy), Chris (Susan), Heather (Tim), and Jeff (Lillie); her nine grandchildren, Megan (Pat), Ryan (Kaylee), Nicole (Quinn), Alex, Jessica (Jake), Andrew, Reid, John, and Grant; and her five great-grandchildren, Graham, Cayden, Jackson, Sophie, and Avery.
Patty’s legacy is one of unconditional love, enduring friendship, and devotion to others. Her warmth, wisdom, and generosity touched countless lives, and her influence will live on through the relationships she nurtured and the memories she leaves behind.
A Celebration of Life will be held
Friday, January 22, 2027, at 10:00 a.m.
at St. Timothy Catholic Church in The Villages, Florida, followed by a reception.
An additional celebration will be held in Surf City, New Jersey,
during the summer of 2027.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the