John W. Buckwalter, Jr.

October 6, 1952 – November 11, 2026

John W. Buckwalter Jr., 74, of Renton, Washington, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 11, 2026, from cardiac arrest.

John was born on October 6, 1952, to John and Joyce (Marx) Buckwalter in Augusta, Georgia. He was raised in Savanna, Illinois, where he graduated from Savanna High School in 1970. He went on to attend Highland Community College in Freeport, Illinois, before proudly serving in the United States Marine Corps from November 1971 through August 1973.

On February 7, 1985, John married Constance Tucibat in Savanna, Illinois. In 1987, they made the move to Seattle, Washington, where they built their life together.

John was a quiet, reserved, and private man. He was never one to seek the spotlight, and those who knew him understood that he had his own way of doing things. He was a familiar and important part of the lives of those who loved him, and his sudden passing leaves a space that will be deeply felt by his family.

John is survived by his loving wife, Constance; daughter, Crystal Angulo; stepdaughter, Stephanie (Jeff) Schaewe; and daughter-in-law, Tisha Miller. He also leaves behind six grandchildren: Andrea, Alicia, Keaton, Kamren, Breanna, and Brendan; and three great-grandchildren: Easton, Ivory, and Lila.

He is also survived by his sister, Lori Gilbert; brother, Brad Buckwalter; niece, Dawn Gilbert-Potter; nephew, Daniel Gilbert; great-nieces, Devin and Carmen; and great-nephew, John.

John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Joyce Buckwalter, and his stepson, Shawn Miller.

John’s passing was sudden and unexpected, and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. His family will hold a private memorial at a later date to honor and remember his life.