Lawrence Percy Buchanan

Lawrence P. Buchanan, age 97, was born in Bradley Forest, VA on June 24, 1926. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna M. Buchanan and parents, Naomi Harris, and Wesley J. Buckhanan. He departed this life peacefully on May 4, 2024, at the UVA Prince William Medical Center, Manassas, VA. He has two daughters, Myra B. Brent, and Bernadine (Brenda) Denise Minor. Lawrence attended Regional High School, in Manassas, VA. Although Lawrence did not complete high school, he continued his education. He was certified by the Locksmith Institute of Rutherford, NJ, and received a diploma in Lockmasters Safe & Lock Manipulation, from the Lockmasters School of Rochester, NY. He was employed by the U. S. Postal Service for 37 years. After his retirement from the postal service, he continued to grow his locksmith business. “Buck” as he liked to be called, was well known in Manassas for his business acumen. He built his business on an honest reputation, being a man of his word, giving words of wisdom (whether asked for or not), pride in integrity, being of service to his church and people whenever needed. During Buck’s younger years, he was a licensed barber and owned Buck’s Barber Shop. He not only provided that service to anyone in the community, but gave free haircuts if needed, especially to the young men that lived on campus at the Manassas Regional High School (Jennie Dean Memorial Site). Buck was a member of the First Baptist Church. He served many years as Chair of the Usher Board, Men’s Ministry and Trustees. Some of his community service includes Treasurer of Prince William County Chapter of The American National Red Cross, a member of the Community Corrections Resources Board of Prince William County, the Prince William Hospital Board, Zoning Appeals Borad for the City of Manassas, the Crime Solvers of the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, a WPM of the Masonic Lodge, 293, (Prince Hall Affiliate), Triangle, VA, and a past President of the American Legion Post 114. Buck was also an avid supporter of The Manassas Museum to which he and his wife made regular contributions. Buck had a genuine love for all people. He knew no strangers. He would always help anyone, anytime, anywhere. He loved being a mentor to young people. Buck is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Myra Brent and Brenda Minor (Michael), granddaughters Tammie Howard (Michael), Chaylynn Grigsby, Chantal Hawel, grandsons, Steve L. Brent, Samuel King, great grandsons, Ashton Howard, Samuel C. King, great granddaughters, Cara-Ann, Jayla King and Hayli Parr, great great grandson, Milo Hawel, loving nieces and nephews, Christine Wright, Barbara and Brenda Buckhanan and Jerome Cole, a step-brother, C. Whirley Thomas (Marguerite), and a host of other nieces, nephews, family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother, Wesley Buckhanan, and son-in-law, Robert L. Brent. Celebration of Life Service for Lawrence P. Buchanan on May 18, 2024, at 10am at the First Baptist Church, 9258 Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110. Flowers may be sent to First Baptist Church, 9258 Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110 for the day of the service only. In lieu of flowers a donation to one of the following organizations in honor of Lawrence P. Buchanan is appreciated: First Baptist Church-Building Fund, 9258 Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Donation Link: https://giving.ncsservices.org/App/Giving/firs9258108 The Manassas Museum, 9101 Prince William St. Manassas, VA, 20110 Donation Link: https://cityofmanassas.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=157 Or Mail to: The Manassas Museum-In honor of Lawrence P. Buchanan, 9101 Prince William St. Manassas, VA, 20110

Lawrence Percy Buchanan

June 24, 1926 - May 4, 2024