"Connie and Sara, Robert let us know about your father. He will be missed. Please except our prayers for both of you and your families. I can only add that I do not miss seeing him as my dentist. But did enjoy the kindness he expressed and his fashion sense. It was nice to see him during a Ames baseball game sitting on the fence line next to dad when we came to visit Dad, Robert, Noel and the boys. So sorry for your loss"
In loving memory of
James A. Buck
February 20, 1927 - July 8, 2015
Dr. James A. Buck age 88, of Ames, died July 8, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa. A celebration of life memorial service will be held at Collegiate Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, July 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Jim was born in Ames on February 20, 1927, the son of Harold and Margaret Buck. He graduated from Ames High School in 1945, where he played on the football team, captained the State Championship Basketball Team and was a State Medalist in Golf. He received his BS from Iowa State University and his DDS from the University of Iowa in 1953. He was a lifelong Ames resident. On December 28, 1948 he married Margaret Leonard in Chariton, Iowa. He was a Captain in the Air Force stationed in England. He joined Buck Dental Office with his father Harold Buck and his brother William Buck in 1955. He retired in 1991. He was a member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church, where he was a Deacon and Elder, Director of Ames Jaycees, Ames Noon Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, Ames High School Hall of Fame, Delta Sigma Delta, Iowa State Athletic Council, Beta Theta Phi (Oma Kron Kappa) OKU (Honorary Fraternity) American Dental Association and Iowa Dental Association. Jim enjoyed all sports, especially golf. He was a member at Ames Golf and Country Club.
Jim is survived by his two daughters, Connie (Eric) Bappe, and Sara (Chuck) DeKovic; grandchildren, Jamie (Rochell) Smith, Ian (Ashley) Smith, Trevor Smith, Joe Bappe, Nick DeKovic, and Tanner DeKovic; great-grandchildren Kaden, Raymond, and Baylee Smith; two brothers Robert (Anne) Buck and J. Ben (Sarah) Buck, nieces and nephews, and his best friend Mary Jane Clithero.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Margie Buck and his brother, William Buck.
Memorials may be directed to: Ames High School Booster Club or Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames.
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Tributes
"I will miss Jim. He was such a nice man. So enjoyed playing bridge with he and Mary Jane. RIP"
"We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great man and wonderful family friend. You must be very proud of his accomplishments in his lifetime. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers."
" To the Buck family Our sympathy to you at this difficult time. Jim was our dentist for many years and he always made it as pleasant as possible. "
"Al and Mary Elizabeth (Lush) Hausrath (Mel) send condolences to the daughters and especially to Bob and Ben, who grew up near Mel. Jim was a fine person."
"Going to the dentist was NOT suppose to be fun but Dr. Jim threw that myth right out the window! I always enjoyed seeing him & he always had a smile on his face along with that twinkle in his eye....not to mention he would wear a very loud & brightly colored pair of golf slacks in the office. Great memories. He was a riot & and fine dentist. Dr. Jim was one of the good guys. To Connie & Sara & family, you know I think the world of you. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. I'm certain your Dad is now playing on one of the finest golf courses ever now. God Bless."
"Deepest sympathies to the Buck Family."
"We enjoyed cleaning for him when he was in his townhome. He would wave at us when we went to lunch. He would always make you laugh. He was a good friend to all that knew him. He will be missed!!!!"