Galen C. Buckingham

Galen C. Buckingham, 73 of Westminster, Md passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Lorien of Taneytown.

He was the husband of the late Cathy Bowman Buckingham (nee Seal) for 14 years.

Born November 24, 1952, in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Albert L. Buckingham and the late Ruth H. Buckingham (nee Hoff).

He worked in construction for various contractors. He graduated from South Carroll High School class of 1970. Galen was a Life member of the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, traveling, eating out, gambling and spending time with his great nieces.

Galen is survived by his siblings Ruthann Pittinger & husband Ernie and Albert Wayne Buckingham & wife Faye; sister in laws Helen Hoff, and Juanita Russell; nephew Bryan Pittinger & wife Evelyn, niece Stacy Baxter & husband Stephen; great nieces Leiana Baxter, Gabriella Pittinger, Mia Baxter, Savannah Pittinger, and Olvia Pittinger; stepson Anthony Bowman. He is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.

The family wishes to thank all the staff of Lorien in Taneytown for their kindness and care in caring for Galen.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department 1320 West Old Liberty Road Sykesville, MD 21784.

Online Condolences at www.Burrier-Queen.com.