Fredrick A. Buchanan, Jr., 65, passed away July 5, 2021 at his home. 

He was born Jan. 26, 1956 in Alton.  

The U.S. Army veteran worked as an operator for Olin Corp. for over 25 years. He enjoyed collecting models and antique toys of all kinds. 

Survivors include his parents, Fredrick A. Buchanan, Sr. of Alton; his mother and stepfather, Shirley (White) and Dwayne Sherman of Beaumont, CA; his son, Brian (Keri) Buchanan of Godfrey; two grandchildren, Mia and Alisa; and a special friend, Jeanette Lenhardt of Roxana. 

Cremation services entrusted to Paynic Home for Funerals, with an online guestbook available at www.paynicfh.com