Obituary of Carlyn Lewis Buckingham

Carlyn Lewis Buckingham, age 85, of Eden Prairie, passed away on Feb. 26, 2015. Preceded in death by her second husband, Donald Buckingham; sisters, Lavonne “Sissy” Bauer and Lenea Eastling; and brothers, Emlin “Bebe” and Onandt “Stiffy” Lewis. She will be deeply missed by her three children: Jan, Nathan (Rainy) and Emily; grandchildren: Terry, David and Annie; sisters, Beverly (Joe) Hendrickson and Wynona “Nonie” (Jim) Warner; first husband, Allan “Dewey” Bailey; a large loving family and many friends. Carlyn worked many years as an executive secretary for Curt Carlson of Carlson Companies. Her passions included knitting, sewing, dancing and playing guitar. She was also devoted to the study of Christian Science. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the Cremation Society of Minnesota, 7110 France Ave. S., Edina. Visitation will be one hour prior to service.