John Morton Bufkin peacefully passed away on the afternoon of August 28, 2024 at the age of 94. Born on December 8, 1929, in Jackson, Mississippi, he was the eldest of five children to James Morris Bufkin and Susie Jane Davis.
After graduating from high school in Terry, MS, John pursued his passion for chemistry, earning a Bachelor's Degree from Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. His life took a pivotal turn during the Korean War, where he served his country with distinction. As a Sergeant First Class in the 31st Infantry Division of the National Guard, and later as a Master Sergeant with the 136th Transportation Group in Jackson, MS, John demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication. He was among the first three Mississippi National Guardsmen to graduate from Officer Candidate School at Fort Riley, Kansas, which led to his commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Transportation Corps for the Mississippi National Guard.
On July 30, 1959, John married his loving wife, Patricia, in New Orleans, LA. Together, they began raising their two sons, Lance and Derek, and embarked on a journey that would take them across the globe, following John's thriving career in the oilfield industry with CAMCO Products and Services. Their travels took them to Venezuela in 1974 and England in 1980 before they finally settled in Kingwood, TX, in 1989, where John would retire in 1994.
John lived life fully, overcoming challenges with grace and resilience. He successfully battled prostate cancer, worked as a consultant in the oilfield services, and even enjoyed selling suits in the men's department at Foley’s. His retirement years were filled with love and laughter, whether he was lending a hand (and sometimes getting in the way) at Pat's antique business, spreading the Good News through Gideons International, or attending services at the Second Baptist Church in Kingwood. John found joy in the simple pleasures—watching sports, Fox News and following the stock market, working in his yard, walking the dogs, and, most of all, cherishing time spent with his beloved grandchildren.
John was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 60 years, Patricia Bufkin. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication in his sons, Lance Bufkin and his wife Stacy, and Derek Bufkin and his wife Jenny. He is also survived by his brother, Henry “Harvey” Bufkin, and his grandchildren, Madison and Preston.
A memorial service to honor John's life will be held at Kingwood Funeral Home (22800 Highway 59 North, Kingwood, TX 77339) on Thursday, September 5th. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am, followed by a service at 10:30 am. John will be laid to rest with military honors at Houston National Cemetery (10410 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77038) at 1:00 pm.
The family welcomes online condolences, which may be left at www.dignitymemorial.com.
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