Obituary of Robert Buckisch

Robert Livingston Buckisch Robert Livingston Buckisch, 91, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2013 in Simi Valley, CA surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Dana Buckisch who passed away in 1996, Robert (Bob) leaves behind a son Charles H. Buckisch and daughter-in-law Cathy Buckisch of Payson AZ, and daughter Pamela L. Perry and son-in-law Robert Perry of Simi Valley, CA. Bob had two grandchildren, Richard G. Buckisch of Burbank and Madelynn C. Perry of Simi Valley. Bob was born in Baguio, Philippines to Walter G. Buckisch and Laura Storts on March 14, 1922. Bob was preceded in death by his brother William Buckisch. Bob was active in the US Navy from 1942-1946 and was a Navy Reservist until 1974. Bob attended USC and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1951 and later completed his Master Degree. His years of employment included Holmes & Narver Inc, Litton Corp (Northrop Grumman) and he finished his years of employment with the City of Burbank as a Business License and Code Inspector. Bob had many hobbies and interests including Porsches and was a member of the CA Sports Car Club. He also had a love for model railroads and was a member of the National Model Railroad Association. Bob loved photography, bowling, coin collecting as well as a love for growing orchids and roses. Bob was a long time member of Burbank United Methodist Church, Burbank Optimist Club and was a great supporter of the Ronald Reagan Library. • Viewing at Crippen Mortuary, 2900 Honolulu Avenue, La Cresenta CA - Wednesday October 2, 1:30 - 2:30 PM. • Burial at 3 PM - Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills), 6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90068 • Officiating- Pastor Kurt Fredrickson • Pallbearers: Charles Buckisch, Richard Buckisch, Robert Perry, Wayne Durose, Keith Boeshaar • Dinner Reception following Burial at the home of Pamela Perry in Simi Valley, CA. For location information, please call Pamela at 805-526-4005. Directions will also be provided at Burial. • For more information regarding services contact: www.crippenmortuary.com • In lieu of flowers donation can made to: Assisted Healthcare Services, 468 Pennsfield #110, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, 805-379-3031 We would like to thank the staff and volunteers at Vintage Simi Hills for all their love and support to Bob over the years and also to Assisted Healthcare Services who provided his hospice care.