John Henry Buck

John Henry Buck, Jr., age 88, of Zumbrota, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 22, 1938 to John and Rosalie (Puppe) Buck. He was baptized and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church. He graduated from Zumbrota High School, class of 1956. On April 12, 1958, he married Nancy Berg and the couple raised three children.

John devoted most of his adult life to farming, milking cows, raising crops, cattle and hogs. He also delivered for MoorMan's Feed for 19 years and worked for NAPA in Zumbrota for 10 years.

In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and golfing. John also like to entertain and spend time with his friends. He was a fan of card games and made the occasional trip to Treasure Island. He enjoyed singing and often sang to his grandchildren. He was a kind, thoughtful man who truly enjoyed his life.

He will be missed by many, including his children, Candice (Clancy) Trenda of Hastings, Terry (Kelli) Buck of Zumbrota, and Renae (Joel) Wolf of Mankato; nine grandchildren, Adam, Lindsey (Tyler) and Nathan Trenda, Ashlen (Travis) Kauffman, Kaitlen (Spencer) Ellingson and Rianne Buck, Stacy (Jesse) Courrier, Travis Robinson and Linnea Wolf; 10 great-grandchildren; special friend, Dee Knutson; and siblings, Berdell Gadient and Joan Moldenhauer.

He is preceded in death by brothers, Luverne, Cyrus, and Darold Buck; sister, Ardell Flynn; and his parents.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota with Rev. Robbin Robberts officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at church. Burial to follow at Zumbrota Cemetery. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com