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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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
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.
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.
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.
Dear Barb and family. My deepest condolences. My heart hurts for your loss. Take care.
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 )
Barb, I am so incredibly sorry for your family’s loss.
You are in my thoughts.
Shannon Nakatsu
My deepest sympathy Barb & family. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
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
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 & family
Shelby, Austyn & family