Ronald William Buck, 72, died on Thursday, October 13, 2011, at his home.

 He was born on March 8, 1939, a son of Joe and Pansey Payne Buck of Albemarle County.

He was preceded in death by his son, Ronald William Buck, Jr. as well as his parents.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Doris H. Buck; two step-daughters, Donna Buchanan and her husband, Christopher Wolfe, of Charlottesville, Dr. Patricia K. Buchanan and her husband, Dr. Luke Lancaster, of Crozet; a stepson, David C. Buchanan and his wife, Virginia, McLeod Buchanan, of Greensboro, North Carolina; four beloved grandchildren, Andrew and Melanie Lancaster of Crozet, Campbell Buchanan of Greensboro, North Carolina, and Amanda Wolfe of Charlottesville; one brother, Bobby Buck and his wife, Joan; one nephew, Jeffrey Buck and his wife, Stephanie; and one niece, Kimberly Buck of Barboursville.

Ronnie was a mechanic for many years in Charlottesville. He finished his career employed by Albemarle County for 15 years. He served in the United States Air Force from 1962 until 1964. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. He loved fishing, antique tractors, and antiques. He restored many pieces of furniture and he also loved wood working. Ronnie will be greatly missed by family and friends.

The family wishes to thank Dr. David Brown and his staff for their care during his illness.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2011, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, October 17, 2011, at First Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens.

Friends may sign the guest book at www.hillandwood.com.