Joseph Euell Buddy Puckett, 73 years old, of Max Creek, went home to be with his Lord and Savior early Monday morning at his home surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was a caring and loving husband and father who loved the simplicity of his life and home. Joseph is survived by his wife of 41 years, Beverly Cress Puckett and their son, Joseph Dallas Puckett and wife Jennifer Snider Puckett of the homeplace on Max Creek. Also surviving was friend and previous spouse Carolyn H. Puckett and their children Timmy Puckett and wife Debbie Puckett of Dublin, Les Puckett and wife Donna Cook Puckett of Max Meadows, Marie Rene Garcia and husband Manuel of Charlotte, NC, and Jay T. Puckett and wife Rosie V. Puckett of Pulaski. Joseph had 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Joseph is also survived by brothers Jimmy and Jerry Puckett and sister Nora Belle Puckett Owens. Joseph was preceded in death by both of his parents John and Josie Puckett, his sister Marie Puckett, and two brothers John W. Puckett and Ralph A. Puckett. The family would like to thank special friends Alfred Quesenberry for all of his love and support and Rhonda Meadows for all of her care, nursing skills, and family support, and Grace Fellowship Baptist for all of their support and prayers. In lieu of sending flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 2840 Electric RD, Suite 106A, Roanoke, VA 24018. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 7 pm at the Grace Fellowship Baptist Church in Max Creek with Rev. Doug Ballew officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the fellowship hall of the church. The Puckett family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford.