April 26, 2025
Harris Ferry Chapter SAR had an incredibly successful grave marking ceremony for Patriot Johannes Bock (also known as John Buck). Buck Cemetery, located on property once owned by Patriot Bock and now owned by the Harrisburg Hunters’ and Anglers’ Association, has been maintained respectfully by the club since being rediscovered in 1963. At that time, club President Frank Hoffer contacted Harris Ferry to dedicate the cemetery, to which HFSAR President Robert Savage, descendant Luther Buck, the DAR, and several others came out to place a wreath and hold a ceremony.
In 2025, President Lemon, 1st Vice President Lute, 2nd Vice President John Boyarski, and Secretary Coburn met with HHAA President Jerry Dougherty, a large number of club members, and about two dozen descendants of Patriot Buck to place an SAR Patriot Grave Marker as well as a Revolutionary War marker. The ceremony went exceptionally well, with the Buck Family having expressed much satisfaction and joy in knowing their ancestor was honored in such a patriotic and respectful manner. The HHAA was presented with two awards: a Certificate of Appreciation for being a large donor to HFSAR’s 2024 Wreaths Across America Campaign and an SAR 250 plaque for the preservation of Buck Cemetery. Eagle Scout Jaden Morgans was presented with the SAR Bronze Eagle Scout Award for constructing the new white vinyl fence that now surrounds and protects the cemetery. This fall a roadside marker is being donated by the Pomeroy Foundation.
President Lemon served as the Master of Ceremonies (and filled in for Chaplain Coleman).
