Carl R. "Popeye" Buchanan

Carl Popeye Buchanan, 76, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Born in Akron, Ohio on November 14, 1944, he was a Salemite by heart and loved everything about his hometown, especially Salem sports. Popeye was a hardworking man who led by example and took great pride in his service as a groundskeeper and caretaker for the Moyer Sports Complex. Passionate about youth sports, he coached his sons in football and never missed a Salem Spartans football game in 25 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf with his buddies and bowling with his league teammates. A selfless and giving man, he was above all an amazing father, grandfather, and great-grandfather to those he loved the most. Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Richard (Karen) Buchanan and Daniel (Jessica) Buchanan; daughter, Brooke (Kenny) Grimes; seven grandchildren; four great-grandsons, and the first great-granddaughter, on the way. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 15, 2021, beginning at 2:00 p.m. and will hold a service at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home, Salem. A committal service will be held on Monday, August 16, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at East Hill Cemetery, located at 730 East Main St., Salem. The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Jonathan at Raleigh Court Health and Rehab and to the staff at Amedisys Home Health Care for the compassionate care provided for Carl and their family. Also, special thanks to City of Salem Parks and Recreation for their care and for the many years of friendship to Popeye and his family. Service Details. Visitation When Sunday, August 15th, 2021 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Service When Sunday, August 15th, 2021 4:00pm Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Interment When Monday, August 16th, 2021 10:00am Location East Hill Cemetery Address 730 East Main Street Salem, Virginia 24153