Richard “Rick” Buskirk passed away on November 5, 2025, at the age of 74, after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer.

Rick dedicated more than 35 years of his life as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, proudly serving the Eureka area. He was known for his strong work ethic, dependability, and the familiar face many came to recognize along his route. His nickname at the post office was “The Pillar.”

Rick is survived by his three children: Shannon Rennie(Amy Rennie), Sean Buskirk and Steven Buskirk. He was the proud grandpa to Walker Wilson, Tanner Wilson, and Sierra Parker. Each of whom brought him great joy. He is also survived by his sister, Sherry Mason(Joe Mason).

He was preceded in death by his wife, Glenda Buskirk, whom he missed very much.

Rick was a life-long Raider fan and rarely missed a game. For you Raider fans out there, you know it’s not easy being a fan of a team that rarely ends up in the winners’ column. Other things he enjoyed were deer hunting with his best friends (although from the stories I’ve heard, there was a lot more hunting down the cans of beer than deer), fishing, jigsaw puzzles, and never missing an episode of The Young and the Restless. He loved his stories! Above all else, Rick loved his family and the people who loved them- nothing meant more to him.

I would like to extend my thanks to Rick’s nephew, Ron Morgan, for helping out when dad needed it most, and his best friends Dave and Billy for showing up and letting him know you cared- you meant the world to him. And lastly, thank you to all the amazing doctors and nurses at CPMC Sutter Health Campus in San Francisco, your team is incredible.

Rick will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date.

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