Thanks to Mark Trump for passing along the information about the passing of Blaine Buckway on January 20, 2026.

Blaine Shaw Buckway

October 10, 1958 — January 20, 2026

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Blaine Shaw Buckway, age 67 of Syracuse, Utah, passed away January 20, 2026, after a brief battle with brain cancer (glioblastoma), while in the compassionate care of the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

Blaine was born on October 10, 1958, in Boise, Idaho to George Jacob Buckway Jr. and Patricia Lorene Shaw.

He graduated from Viewmont High School in Bountiful, Utah in the class of 1976. From 1978 to 1980, Blaine served in the Philippines Cebu Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he developed a lifelong love for the people and culture of the Philippines. After the completion of his mission, Blaine went on to graduate from Ogden-Weber Vocational Center as a master electrician. He spent the next 40 years honing his craft and taking great pride in mentoring and training apprentice electricians.

Blaine loved the outdoors and could often be found on the golf course, fishing on the river, or hunting ducks in the marsh. More than just hobbies, these pursuits were opportunities for connection—ones he eagerly shared with friends, family and others. An active member of his LDS faith, Blaine’s testimony was woven into every part of his life. He served faithfully in numerous callings and gave generously of his time and talents throughout the years.

Blaine is survived by his children, Brandon Buckway and Brittani Hansen, grandchildren, Emree and Ford; step-grandchildren, Hunter and McCoy; siblings, Vicki Smith, George (Teresa) Buckway, David (Eva) Buckway, Lorene Buckway (Clinton) Miner, Virginia (Allen) Gross; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George Jr. and Patricia, and older brother Robert Buckway.

A viewing will be held at the Lindquist Syracuse Mortuary at 869 S 2000 W Syracuse, UT on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Funeral services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 2852 W 300 N West Point, Utah on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, starting at 11:00 am with a viewing from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.

A graveside service will take place following the funeral service at the Coalville City Cemetery at 175 Industrial Park Rd, Coalville, UT.

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