Norma Buchanan

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Norma Sue Buchanan, 86, of Lamar, MO, passed away peacefully at Truman Health and Rehab on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Born in Lurton, AR, she was the cherished daughter of Glover and Geneva (Dollar) Davis. 

Norma graduated from Lamar High School in 1957, the same year she married the love of her life, Stanley “Buck” Buchanan, on October 26. Norma dedicated her life to raising her children and nurturing her family. 

For several years, she and Buck traveled across the country, working together, splicing cable for telephone systems. Norma was well-known for her spirited enthusiasm, particularly as an avid bowler and a beloved host of her famous Gumbo Parties. She was a devoted alumna who took great joy in planning and attending class reunions, and she found pleasure in crocheting, especially making dishcloths. Norma cherished her friendships, often gathering with her lifelong girlfriends for adult slumber parties, where they would explore new locations and enjoy weekends filled with laughter and camaraderie. 

Her love for travel was unwavering; she took a trip to Italy, went on many cruises, and explored America on many adventures with Buck and later with her best friend, Jule Fryer. 

Norma is survived by her loving daughter, Cindy Buchanan of Lamar, MO; her devoted grandchildren, Jeremy Buchanan of Baton Rouge, LA, Aimee Rabb of Zachary, LA, Jordan Thibodeaux of Lamar, MO, and Katelyn Buchanan of Liberty, MO; as well as her cherished great-grandchildren, Brendan, Michael, Conner, Payton, Carter, Jordan, and Jaxon. She is also remembered fondly by many extended family members and dear friends. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Buck, her parents, her brother Carol Davis, her son Timothy Buchanan, her grandson Kylan Oxendine, and her dear friend and traveling companion, Jule Fryer. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Class of 1957, in care of the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Memory Garden Cemetery, where Norma will be laid to rest beside her beloved Buck.