He was preceded in death by his wife, Leatha Sims Buchmann; father, Herman Buchmann; mother, Freda Teichmiller Buchmann; and sister, Faye Daniels.
He is survived by his children, Karen Campbell (Steve), Patrick Brooks Buchmann, Michael Brady Buchmann (Kelly), and Phillip Brian Buchmann (Sarah); six grandchildren, Clinton Campbell, Chelsey Campbell, Sarah Ann Buchmann, Hanah Buchmann, Conor Buchmann, Trey Hinton (Emma), and Lauren Allen (Todd); his great grandchildren, Hayden Hinton, Harper Allen, and Sam Allen; and his sister, JoAnn Hinkle (David).
Harold was born in Cullman, AL on January 18, 1931. Harold was a graduate of the University of Alabama and worked at Southern Life and Health Insurance Company until his retirement. Harold served in the Air Force, was a former president of the Lions Club, and was an active member of University Lutheran Church.
A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park with Sunset Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial Provider, directing. Pastor Ken Spencer will officiate. The service will be limited to immediate family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to University Lutheran Church.