Our lives have been forever changed after the unexpected passing of our dearly loved best friend and partner, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, friend, teammate and coach.
Todd was born in Victoria, BC on September 27, 1975. Todd is survived by his best friend and fiancé, Michelle Maloff; beloved daughter, Izzabella Sophia Novia Buchan; devoted mother Barbara Buchan; sister, Tammy Buchan-Grant (Dan); nephew, Brodie Harvey (Kresta); niece Mariah Grant; nephew, Kole Grant; many cousins, friends, teammates, his mother-in-law, Beverley Maloff and his dog, Shortbuss.
He was predeceased by his father, grandparents and friend.
Bucky had a lifelong passion for playing baseball and a new found passion for coaching baseball. One of his favourite pastimes was cheering for his hockey team, the Boston Bruins. He was a proud Canadian who loved Vancouver Island and was happy to call it home.
A Celebration of Life will be held at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson & Vancouver Streets at
10:00 am on Friday, January 8th, 2016.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to his daughter, Izzabella, c/o Michelle Maloff at any Royal Bank of Canada, Transit #05050 or send an etransfer to mnikkim@hotmail.com.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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jennifer buchan
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jennifer buchan miss you aer my caesn missd your smile hasm in like you so much
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Ethan Lesieur R.I.P Hope your doing well… it’s so hard here without you <3
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Pat Hall Dear Barb and Tammy.
I am very sorry for your loss.
It is very hard for me to recognize the man that people talk about in their messages as the young boy that used to run around Central Park. Sounds like you brought up a good son who made you proud. Well done.
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Ian Flint I had the pleasure of being teammates with Todd on the Barts Men’s Fastball team at Macdonald Park. He always brought his A game to the park. Just like his Dad. He will be missed by many of us. To Barb, Michelle and Family, my thoughts are with you at this time.
Ian Flint
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Erin Hohl Dear Nikki, sending love, thoughts, and prayers during this most difficult time! xo Erin
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Scott Humphrey My sincerest condolences for your loss Barb and Tammy. I have so many wonderful memories of Todd, we spent countless hours playing sports/games/making our own games. Your house Barb, was a second home to me. I remember Todd and I going curling with you and his dad,Todd and I sharing french fries. We were inseparable for those years. He is deeply missed by all who knew him.
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Liz Taylor Dear Tammy:
It is with great sadness that I learned about the recent passing of your brother. I can’t imagine what you are going through. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time, and I wish you peace.
Liz.
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Dodi Forbes Dear Tammy & Barb:
So sorry for your loss. We are all thinking of you here.
Love Dodi & all the staff and volunteers at CDA
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Shannon, Marc & Eoin Michelle and Izzy
We are so very sorry for your loss…May you find peace, love and comfort for the days ahead.
Our condolences to you and your whole family. Rest in peace Todd.
Shannon, Marc & Eoin
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Jackie & Stan Thame Dear Barb and Family….
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time.
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
With our sincere condolences,
Jackie & Stan
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Sharon,Bert and family Our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
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Penny Cross & Terry Cross Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
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Ruthie May your beautiful memories of Todd provide solace and strength to you and your family during this difficult time. May you also find comfort and peace from God’s promise of life without end in paradise.
Matt. 5:5; Psalms 37:11,29
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Dallas & Lisa May our friend rest easy,
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Beryl Relph Barb I am so terrible sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family and Todd’s.
Beryl
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Luke Lampard Only played ball with him for one season, but his passion for the game and encouragement when I was on the mound was like no one I’d ever played with. You will be missed I am sure, thoughts and prayers to your family and your little girl.
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Brenda Bortolussi Michelle,Izzy,Bev and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest condolences.
Brenda
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Jacquie Michelle, Izzabella, Barb and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Todd was a great guy he would do anything for anyone. I got the pleasure of knowing him on a more deeper level off the field when he and Michelle got together. They were so in love it was contagious. Todd loved his two girls so much as well as his family and friends. Todd made me a part of his family officially the day he asked me to be Izzabellas Godmother and I am so grateful to have that beautiful memory of him. May you rest in peace Todd watching and protecting all of the people you loved from above.
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Jennifer Banerd Barb, Tammy, Mariah and family
I’m so very sorry for your loss – Bucky had a huge influence on Ben, he really made a difference in Ben’s life. He will be missed.Jennifer and Ben Banerd
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Anna Cannob Todd was a great man, full of laughter and joy. He was so proud of the family he had created and whenever I spoke to him he shared his love for Michelle and Izzabella. He was solid and good hearted, gentle and always there if you needed a friend. I truly loved him and I will forever miss him. Condolences to the whole family, love always Anna and Kayla May
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Ev & Lawrence Voykin Dear Michelle & Izzabella, (as well Bev and Todd’s family, especially his Mom and sister) We share your sorrow in the loss of your beloved Todd. Though we did not meet him, we can see he must have been an exceptional fiance and father specifically. What a beautiful gift of his life he leaves to grow into the future, in Izzabella, and we will honor his memory in that regard. May your days to follow be overflowing with precious memories and moments never ending. You are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, May love embrace you all.
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Verna Keraiff All the Keraiff’s from Castlegar are sending hugs and prayers, Michelle, Baby Izzy, Bev, and to his Mom and family! So sad, take care.
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Jamie Gaber Todd to me was a friend, a teammate, another human being that I got to walk with. First word that comes to my mind when I think of you…Kind. First image I see when I think of you…..standing in shin pads leaning against the fence talking with the boys about random MLB facts, spitting shells. Did you ever know an incredible amount of baseball stuff. I had the privilege of trash talking you for being a Bruins fan….I got to laugh with you many times on our heinz 57 team. I’ve seen you serious, smiling, fired up, and excited- and the very last time I saw you; you where so happy- got yourself a beautiful girlfriend, you where living together, work good, ball better:) That is what I will remember you by.
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Gale Shepard (Bea's daughter) Dear Barb and family. My deepest condolences. My heart hurts for your loss. Take care.
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Slivers Condolences from my family to Todd’s, I met Todd about 5 years ago, we played on the same team for 2 years down at Heywood league, I enjoyed being his teammate. Could always count on having a good laugh with him.
Good luck on your journey Todd, till we meet again my friend.
Slivers ( mike samuel )
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Shannon Nakatsu Barb, I am so incredibly sorry for your family’s loss.
You are in my thoughts.
Shannon Nakatsu
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Carolyn Fossen My deepest sympathy Barb & family. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
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Marion Holland My deepest condolences to you and your family Barb – he will be reunited with his Dad and will always be looking out for all of you
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Shelby & Austyn Our hearts are deeply saddened in the loss of Todd…
He was such a great guy and genuinely fun to be around. He brought a lot of joy to his friends and we believe that Dale was there waiting for him…. hopefully they get in less trouble there then they did here…❤
All of our thoughts and prayers are with you Michelle & Baby Izzy, Barb, Tammy & familyShelby, Austyn & family
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