SWAMPSCOTT — Charles A. Buchanan Sr., 93, of Swampscott, formerly of Lynn, passed away comfortably at home on Thursday, December 20, 2018, surrounded by his family. Born in Lynn to the late John and Margaret (Mansfield) Buchanan, Charles lived in Lynn for most of his life until moving to Swampscott several years ago. After graduating from Lynn Classical High School, Charles proudly joined the Army, and returned from WWII as a disabled veteran. He married Ruth (MacLean) in 1948 and enjoyed 59 years of marriage until her passing in 2007. Charles and Ruth enjoyed winters in Naples Florida, and spending time with their family.
Charles is survived by his five children; Cynthia and Kevin Whitney of Peabody, Cathleen Christian of Lynn, David and Susan Buchanan of Lynn, MaryJo and Ronald Whelan of Milford, and Charles Buchanan Jr. of Lynn, 11 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Charles was predeceased by his wife Ruth and his 8 siblings.
Service information: Charles’ funeral will be held on Friday December 28, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. from SOLIMINE FUNERAL HOME, 426 Broadway (Rt.129), Lynn, followed by a memorial mass at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Lynnfield. Interment will be private. Memorial visitation will be prior to the service from 9-10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Directions and guestbook at www.Solimine.com.
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