Bill Buckner, age 65 of Englewood, TN, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2017 at his residence. He was a son of the late Chester and Paralee Buckner. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sandra Buckner; son, Shane Buckner; and brother, Lyndell Buckner. He was employed at Tellico Culvert for 38 years and enjoyed spending time fishing.

Survivors include daughters and son-in-laws, Melissa and Steven Mckee of Madisonville and Laura and Dale Sanders of Englewood; son, Richard Buckner of Englewood; brothers, Michael Timmy Buckner of Englewood and Ronnie Buckner; 7 grandchildren, Kyla, Dustin, Dakota, Haylie, Hunter, Damien, and Karley; and 1 great-grandchild, Keaton.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Mars Hill Cemetery with Chaplain Tim Davis officiating. Family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service at Mars Hill Cemetery.