Jay D. Buckley, 67, passed away at Kenesaw, NE on Thursday, February 05, 2026. Jay was born on August 07, 1958, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska the son of Lewis I. and Delores R. (Pinske) Buckley. He graduated from McCook High School.
He was united in marriage to Monica Carmona on April 17, 2010, in Medellin, Colombia. They made home in Cambridge, Nebraska where Jay was employed as Maintenance Technician at the Tri Valley Health System hospital for 16 years until his health prevented him from working.
In his youth, Jay loved scuba diving, playing pool and traveling. He also enjoyed engraving and listening to rock music (AC/DC) and the outdoors.
Survivors include: his wife Monica, his stepson Santiago Giraldo; 3 sisters, Cathy Jones and husband Warren, McCook, Janelle Stoller and husband Jeff, Linn Creek, Missouri; and Tamara Scott, McCook.
Preceding him in death were his parents; brother Richard D. Buckley; brother David L. Buckley; nephew, Nathanial Buckley.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, February 20, 2026, at Metcalf Funeral Home, 245 N. 27th Street, Lincoln, NE.
Memorials to family for future designation.
10 thoughts on “Jay D. Buckley”
I have many memories of the Buckley family! Jay was ornery in a fun way, and always up for a good time! So sorry for your loss.🙏
Gone much too soon. Rest in peace Jay
So many memories, Jay will be so missed! Love you all
Growing up with Jay and Rick I have fond memories of both. Jay teased me constantly but it was never anything but fun. I was hoping to reach out to him at 50th reunion. My prayers and sympathy are with the entire family.
So very sorry for your loss of Jay. May he rest in peace now. Hugs & prayers to all the family.
We will miss him very much I’m sure Luna was waiting for him So sorry for yours and Santis loss
I worked with Jay at TVHS. He always had a smile and always willing to help with my silly projects. Many blessings to Monica and Santi and other family and friends.
Jay and I both Eagle Boy Scouts great memories, Opal Springs, South Dakota, and all those camping trips
Rest in peace my friend. You will always be loved.
What sad news. We played pool with Jay for many years. He was a kind and generous soul and could always make us laugh. Our deepest sympathies to Jay’s family. Rest in peace old friend.