Dwayne Paul Buckley, 71, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He was born on November 23, 1954, in Moore, Oklahoma, to John Paul Buckley and Gloria Jean (Armstrong) Buckley.

Dwayne was a man who enjoyed the simple things in life and had many interests that kept him busy throughout the years. He had a love for rock music and enjoyed listening to his favorite songs whenever he had the chance. He was also an avid sports fan, especially when it came to Oklahoma Sooners softball and football. Whether watching a game or keeping up with his favorite teams, sports were something he always enjoyed.

He enjoyed working with his hands, fixing things, and spending time around cars. Mustangs held a special place among his interests, and he particularly enjoyed working on them. His appreciation for cars and mechanics was something that remained with him throughout his life.

Above all, Dwayne treasured his family. He will be remembered by those who knew and loved him and will be deeply missed.

Dwayne is survived by his sons, Thomas Buckley of Muskogee, Oklahoma, Donald Gum of Skiatook, Oklahoma, and Justin Gum of Morrison, Oklahoma; daughters, Diana Buckley of Moore, Oklahoma, Patricia Buckley of Pryor, Oklahoma, and Alanah Buckley of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; mother of his children, Katherine Shelburne; brother, Jeff Buckley of Nowhere, Oklahoma; sisters, Robin Annesley of Blanchard, Oklahoma, and Ruan Buckley of Moore, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; Miley Thompson, Zadien Brewer, Thomas Buckley Jr, Jeremyah Summerlin, Cali Buckley, Kaylee Brewer, Conor Gum, Jalen Gum; and many other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John Paul Buckley and Gloria Jean (Armstrong) Buckley; sister, Norrie Buckley; former mother-in-law, Geraldine Boomer; and sister-in-law, Teri Nichols.

"Me and God's got a thing"

Memorial services for Dwayne will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the Shipman's Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Lorne Beck officiating. To leave a personal message, please visit his guestbook at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shipman's Funeral & Cremation Service of Pryor.