Michael Doles Buck, known simply as "Michael," passed away on October 20, 2026, at Arden Courts in Easton, PA at the age of 72, with his beloved wife by his side.

He was born on October 23, 1953, in Winston Salem, North Carolina, to the late William Douglas Buck and Patricia Louise (Polick) Buck. Michael grew up with a strong sense of family and very close friends. He was a member of East Hills Moravian Church in Bethlehem.

Michael attended Freedom High School and went on to build a long and respected career marked by dedication, loyalty and hard work. He spent 39 years as a partner in B&L Properties alongside his best friend, David B. Lloyd. He also worked for Rexroth Corp., Bethlehem and later served almost 20 years as a NASA contractor, in the capacity of an Electrical Controls Technician. In every role, Michael was known for his reliability and his commitment to doing his job well.

Michael was honored in 2012 with the Contractor Excellence Award from VT Griffin, a recognition reflecting high regard held by those who worked with him.

Michael had many hobbies including singing, where he recorded a vinyl record "Run Child Run," lead singer in several local bands and participation in Glee Club and Church Choir. Along with other passions, he loved model rocketry, hang gliding, attending space vehicle launches, saltwater fishing, crabbing and boating. His favorite past-time was his long car rides with his wife Karen.

SURVIVORS: Michael is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Karen Louise (Dorward) Buck. He is also survived by his siblings: Rebecca Jankowski of Kapaau, Hawaii; Ada Simmons (Thom) of Bloomington, Indiana; Kenneth Buck (Dawn) of Cape Coral, Florida; Pamela Blatcher (Frank) of Kiawah Island, South Carolina and William "Chip" Buck (Karen) of Emmaus, Pennsylvania, along with many nephews, nieces and god children. His family will remember him not only for the life he lived, but for the quiet strength, kindness and gentleness that marked his presence among them.

SERVICES: Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Visitation for family and friends where they may pay their respects from 10:30 AM with the Memorial Service following at 11:30 AM.

INTERMENT: Cedar Hill Memorial Park, 1700 Airport Road, Allentown, PA 18109

Michael's services have been entrusted to Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memorial tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

CONTRIBUTIONS: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Michael's name to the Alzheimer's Association online at alz.org or via mail to 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 and/or WK&S Railroad via mail to WK&S Inc., PO Box 24, Kempton, PA 19529.