Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster passed away December 14, 2025 surrounded by family. Greg was born August 7, 1950 in Prince Frederick, MD to Susan Marie (Graham) and Charles M. Buckmaster. He was raised in Chesapeake Beach and graduated from Calvert High School. He served in the US Army, 82nd Airborne Division, from December 4, 1968 until his Honorable Discharge as a Specialist 4th Class with a National Defense Service Medal and Parachute Badge on December 3, 1970. He married Phyllis Kay Curran, and they resided and raised their family in Owings, MD. Greg was a self-employed waterman, commercial crabber, fisherman and trapper. He made his living on the land and water, and captained the “3 G’s” family crabbing fleet, and the “Phyllis Kay” fishing boat. Working along with his brothers Graham and Grady, he employed many kids from Chesapeake and North Beach during the summer crabbing season. Greg also loved hunting deer with his brothers. He was also a member of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
Greg is survived by his wife Phyllis, his son Michael G. Buckmaster and son-in-law John Miller III, his brothers Graham D. Buckmaster and W. Grady Buckmaster, a grandson Jaden Buckmaster, his beloved nieces Kylie Buckmaster, Jessica Souder, Jen Walton, Kim Johnson, and Michelle McDowell, and nephews Grady Buckmaster and Gannon Buckmaster, and by numerous great nieces and nephews, and a great-great niece, all of whom he dearly loved. He was preceded in death by his parents Sue and Charles Buckmaster.
A viewing for Greg’s family and friends will be held Saturday December 20, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings. A funeral service and burial with military honors will take place at a later date.
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Craig Benton (Gilly)
December 20 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
I am so sorry hearing about Greggy loved growing up Crabbing with him and the Buckmasters. Greggy was a Great person and someone I looked up to that taught me a lot and had some great times and I will always cherish those Memories May He Rest In Peace .
The Robey family
December 18 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
So sorry to hear about Greg’s passing but I am sure he was welcomed with open arms. Sue was the first one he saw I would imagine. Greg was a great man and will be missed by many, love and prayers to you all, Sammy, Debbie and Lori
Lu Anne S Smith
December 18 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
My deepest condolences to the family.
Susan Ballenger
December 18 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
To Phyllis and Michael and family,
We send love, prayers and sorrow. I personally am Thankful to Greg for taking my son under his wing. Larry Phillips Jr. learned tough work ethics from his dad and Greg. My heart goes out deeply to Phyllis and Michael and his family. Bless you all
Irven (IQ) Slusher
December 17 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in the love and support of those around you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Garry phair
December 17 – Obituary: Charles Gregory “Greg” Buckmaster
I called you greggie John we grew up as beach boys drank many a beer together in our younger days had 2 mom’s that knew more about what we did at night before we got home love you buddy catch the big crab with god and let him eat it RIP
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