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Dennis M. Buffington

January 14, 1947 — July 1, 2019

McCook, NE

Dennis M. Buffington, age 72, of McCook, NE passed away Monday, July 1, 2019 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Born January 14, 1947 in McCook, Dennis was one of four brothers born to Harold Lee and Laura Margaret (Meury) Buffington.  Dennis attended school in McCook, graduating from McCook High School with the Class of 1966.

Following high school, Dennis enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War.  Dennis was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with Five Bronze Stars as well as the Combat Infantryman Badge.  He was honorably discharged in 1969.

Over the years, Dennis was employed as a meat cutter in a variety of local grocery stores.  He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, camping and fishing.  Dennis was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in McCook.  He was an avid sports fan, rooting for both the Cornhuskers and the Broncos.  Dennis had been residing in Colorado before moving back to McCook in 2004.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Mark Buffington.

Those left to celebrate his life include his son, Troy (Suzanne) Buffington of Gilbert, AZ; daughters, Amy (David) Mosier and Melisa (Josh) Califf of Ft. Morgan, CO; and two brothers, Ray (Vicki) Buffington of Imperial, NE and Roger (Shari) Buffington of Farmington, NM.  Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

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Memorial Service

Monday, July 8, 2019

Starts at 1:00 pm (Central time)

Carpenter Breland Funeral Home

305 West C Street, McCook, NE 69001

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Burial with Military Honors

Monday, July 8, 2019

Memorial Park Cemetery

, McCook, NE 69001

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