Previous Services

Visitation: 11:30a

Chapel Service: 1:00p

Burial at Houston National Cemetery to Follow Chapel Service.

In Lieu of  Flowers the family is excepting Donations to help with the unexpected traveling and medical expenses. Thank You 

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet In Lane #1 @ 10:30 am (Not Before 10:15 am)

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet In Lane #1 @ 11:30 am (Not Before 11:15 am)

Military Honors Presented By: 

United States Air Force

John Russell Buck passed on away on October 25th 2022, at the age of 72 in Houston, Texas due to natural causes.  John was born August 9, 1950 in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up in the district of Spring Branch located in Houston, TX and graduated from Spring Woods High School in 1968.

After high school he attended San Jacinto college and then joined the Merchant Marines where he worked on ships that traveled all over the world.  He then joined the United States Air Force where he was stationed in Tokyo Japan assigned to the Telecommunications Department where he was educated in electronics.  In 1974 he was honorably discharged in the rank of Sergeant from his active duty and military service from the USAF.    He then joined and oil company named Dresser Atlas in 1975 where he worked in the R&D department.   He spent 17 years in his career working in the "test pit" which tested geologic models for prospecting hydrocarbon and risk analysis leveraged gamma rays and other dynamic properties to locate oil reservoir's globally.  After taking an early retirement, he then worked a few years focused on troubleshooting fixing enterprise grade machineries for customers located in San Antonio and Mexico.  In 2002, John joined his brother Geoff Bucks company called Bucks Bit Service where his role was a master machinist for drilling products such as drill bits, drill pipe & adapters, and any design and machining needs as Bucks Bit Services grew and diversified their services portfolio. He worked for his brother for over 20 years until his unexpected passing.

In his personal life, he met and married his wife Yumiko Buck in 1972 while stationed in Tokyo, Japan in the US Air Force, and they had their son John Russell Buck III while he was in Japan.  Once his military service was completed, he relocated his family back to Houston, TX where they purchased their home in Spring Branch in 1975. John was a member of the Jehovah Witness organization and baptized in 1976 where he remained a faithful member until his death.  

John had many hobbies.  He rode motorcycles most of his life and would take long tours throughout the USA and Canada. He also enjoyed sailing, photography, music, and comedy.  His biggest passion leveraged his vast knowledge in mechanics and electronics to create things that serve a purpose and to increase efficiencies that no one has thought of.  He was nicknamed the "The Rigger" since he could rig almost anything to work and last.  

John is preceded in death by his father Albert Edward Buck and his mother Esther Josephine Buck.  He is survived by his wife Yumiko Buck, his son John Russell Buck III and his wife Kerri Buck (their children Kylie, Keira, John Russell Buck IV), his brother Geoff Buck and his family, his sister Kirk Monroe and her family.

Start Gathering at Funeral Home: 12:30

Chapel Service: 1:00

Burial at Houston National Cemetery to Follow Chapel Service

Military Honors Presented By: 

United States Air Force

Houston Honor Guard

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet in Lane #1 @ 10:00a (Not before 9:45a)

Visitation: 5:00p - 7:00p

Tributes: 6:00p

Start Gathering at Funeral Home: 12:00

Chapel Service: 12:30

Burial at Houston National Cemetery to Follow Chapel Service

Military Honors Presented By: 

United States Air Force

Houston Honor Guard

Cristobal Rodriguez, a veteran and resident of Houston, Texas passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at the age of 88. After several years of declining health, Cristobal died peacefully in his sleep. 

Cristobal was born in Falfurrias, Texas on October 11, 1934, to the late Encarnacion and Francisca Rodriguez. He was the eldest of 9 children. With his strong work ethic and desire to serve his country Cristobal enlisted into the US Air Force at age 18. He served the United States as an Airman Second Class from March 19, 1952, to April 9, 1956, where he was stationed to Alaska. Cristobal had many fond memories of his time spent in the Air Force. His stories were shared with his children and grandchildren over the years. During his service he met his beloved wife Anna Maria Salinas. For him it was love at first sight. They were married on April 14, 1954, and together had three beautiful daughters. After his service, Cristobal worked most of his career as a Fiberglass Laminator. 

Cris, as friends and family called him, had an undeniable humorist personality. His deep laugh and kindness always warmed the room anywhere he went. He had a giving heart and was willing to help anyone. His joys in life were watching sports, traveling with his wife, and spending time with his family. He adored his grandchildren and great grandchildren. His devotion and unconditional love were seen daily and will never be forgotten. 

Cristobal was preceded in death by his parents Encarnacion and Francisca; siblings Encarnacion Jr, Evangelina, Elfida, Santiago, Rito Sandalio; and son in law David Rodriguez Jr. He is survived by his wife Anna Maria; siblings Godfrey, Idalia, and Diana as well as daughters Linda Rodriguez, Cristine Thomas, Carolyn Muñoz; and son in-laws Leslie Thomas and Leon Muñoz Jr. Additionally surviving are his 9 grandchildren Jessica Gutierrez, David Adam Rodriguez, Maria Gamboa, Roseanna Escovar, Gilbert Gamboa, Eric Gamboa, Titus Thomas, Melissa Amaya, and Christopher Muñoz along with 12 great grandchildren.   

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet in Lane #2 @ 1:15p (Not before 1:00)

Military Honors Presented by:

Houston Honor Guard

United States Army

Visitation:  12:00 p.m.

Chapel:  1:30 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery:  2:30 p.m.

Military Honors Presented by:

United States Marine Corps

Houston Honor Guard

Visitation: 11:30 a.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:00 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet in Lane #2 @ 2:15p (Not before 2:00p)

Visitation: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Rosary: 6:00 p.m.

Chapel Service: 10:00 a.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 11:15 a.m.

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Marine Corps

Houston Honor Guard

Visitation: 11:30 a.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:00 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet in Lane #1 @ 12:30 p.m. (Not before 12:15 p.m.)

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Dr.

Houston, TX 77038

Meet in Lane #2 @ 2:15p (Not before 2:00p)

Military Honors Presented by:

United States Navy