Robert Arthur Buckner("Bob") 76, of Cumberland passed away peacefully July 30, 2025. He was born November 24, 1948 in Cumberland, WI to Arthur and Agnes (Stage) Buckner. Bob graduated from Cumberland High School in 1967. He was married in St Paul, MN on August 1, 1970 to Jeanette Marie Garrison who preceded him in death on July 29, 1994.

Bob owned and operated his own lawn service in St. Paul for many years. He was able to continue his passion for mowing much longer at Scenic View Campground in Spooner, a very special place to the whole family, making unforgettable memories with anyone who knew him and his lawnmower. Besides spending time with family and friends, he also enjoyed camping, cars, fishing and hunting.

He is survived by two sons, Tim (Cheryl) Buckner of Hinckley, MN; and Marc Buckner of Cambridge, MN; daughter, Alicia (Steven) Cromey of Blaine, MN; daughter in law, Angela Buckner; five grandchildren, Quinn Buckner, Elizabeth Buckner, William Buckner, Alexsander Buckner, and Michael Gilbey; two great-grandchildren, Ronin and Trinity Buckner; two sisters, Barbara (Allen) Nelson of Cumberland, WI and Linda (Arnie) Peterson of Balsam Lake, WI; nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Buckner; granddaughter, Cloe Alsen; and nephew, Michael DeNucci.

Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Skinner Funeral Home in Cumberland, WI. Visitation will be prior to the service starting at noon. For those who wish to attend along with the family, burial will be in St. Paul, MN at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Monday, August 11, 2025 at 1pm, where he will be laid to rest alongside his wife. Pallbearers are Tim Buckner, Marc Buckner, Steven Cromey, and Quinn Buckner. Honorary pallbearers are William and Alexsander Buckner.

Last Update: Aug 05, 2025 7:05 am CDT