Donald "Buck" Addison, 90, of Sweetwater, gained his heavenly wings on Saturday, November 16, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Buck was born on June 3, 1934 to Floyd and Gladys Chambers Addison. A graduate of Independence High School, where he excelled in both a baseball and football player, demonstrating the determination and spirit that defined his life.

He served his country with honor in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed overseas in Stuttgart, Germany. After his active duty, Buck continued to protect and serve through the Army Reserves.

Following his military career, Buck spent majority of his career being a long distance truck driver, spending countless hours on the road to provide for his family. At home, his time was dedicated to his true passions—teaching his children and grandchildren how to work on tractors, play baseball, and embrace life's lessons with humor and resilience. Whether hunting, fishing, or sharing playful banter with Betty, Buck cherished the simple joys of life surrounded by the people he loved most.

Buck is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Gladys Chambers Addison; his brothers, Lloyd Addison, PI Addison, Tom Addison, and Darryl Addison.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Betty Wood Addison; his children, Moody Addison (Ann), Wanda Miley (Wendell), and Byron Addison (Shanda); his grandchildren, Aaron Miley (Jennifer), Russ Addison (Suzzette), Wade Miley (Katy), Chas Addison, Cody Addison (Jacey), and Daniel Addison; and his greatest pride and joy, his great-grandchildren, Jeb Miley, Emma Addison, Ellie K Addison, Adley Miley, Trace "Gibby" Miley, and the soon-to-be-born Gracie Addison.

To know Buck was to love Buck. A man with a heart as big as his smile, Buck was truly one of a kind. His quick wit, sense of humor, and unwavering integrity left an unforgettable impression on all who met him. Whether it was his extraordinary athleticism, his knack for farming and fixing anything, or his boundless love for his family, Buck lived life with a greatness that inspired everyone around him.

To his grandsons, he was a superhero, teaching them how to work the land, throw a perfect curveball, and live with purpose and pride. He wore many titles throughout his life—son, husband, uncle, and dad—but none as dear to him as "Pawpaw."

Buck had a unique gift for bringing joy to every room and leaving every person better for knowing him. His legacy of love, strength, and laughter will continue to live on through his family, who honor his memory by carrying forward his values and sharing his stories.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers and hospice nurses who brought comfort to Buck in his final days, as well as the friends and family who supported him with love and care. Above all, we thank our mighty God for blessing him with 90 incredible years of his presence in our lives.

Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 8:00PM on Friday and at Oak Grove Church of Christ, Independence, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Services conducted by Bro. Dale Ziebarth. Interment Loranger Cemetery, Loranger, LA.

He was a man we'll never forget and a Pawpaw we'll always treasure. His legacy will not be measured by years but by the love and laughter he brought to all who knew him. Thank you, Buck, for showing us what it truly means to live and love.

"Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord." - Matthew 25:23
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." -2 Timothy 4:7