Community mourns death of former Rotherham Mayor
THE funeral of a former Mayor of Rotherham will take place on April 14.
Alan Buckley served in the top role in 2018-2019 but also served as a ward councillor for Catcliffe and Brinsworth for many years.
He served as chairman of Brinsworth Parish Council but also regularly attended Catcliffe Parish Council meetings.
He served in the Fire Service for many years.
Friend Pete Deveaux paid tribute to Mr Buckley, saying: “I worked with Alan at Catcliffe Parish Council so we got to be friends.
“He was a very popular man, always trying to help.
“Alan was a well respected member of the communities of Catcliffe and Brinsworth and did sterling work as a ward councillor for many years in these areas.
“He had the great honour of serving as Mayor, always willing to support local causes.
“He was chairman of Brinsworth Council but also regularly attended Catcliffe Council meetings where his advice was often invaluable.
“Members of Catcliffe Calling/Friends of Catcliffe may well remember the functions he attended with his wife Sandra where they were both welcome and entertaining guests.
“In his working life he was a proud member of the Fire Service.”
The funeral of Mr Buckley will take place at Rotherham Crematorium on April 14 at 2pm.