Mercedes L. Buckingham

Mercedes Buckingham passed peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Mercedes was a devoted member of the Baha'i's of Aurora, as well as a proud wife, mother, sister, aunt and great-grandmother. she is survived by her best friend and husband, Kenneth Gates; children - Sally, John and Paige.

Mercedes was born in Omaha, Nebraska and was raised in Lincoln, Nebraska; she never lost her passion for the Cornhusker Football. She graduated from Carlton College with a BA Degree and later received her MA in Library Science from the University of Denver. Mercedes traveled broadly until she settled in Aurora in 1968.

Mercedes' family remembers her as an avid reader, move goer and Bronco fan. She had a quick wit that never waned, her open mind and generous spirit embraced all who knew her. We love you!