The Rio Linda community mourns the loss of John V. Buberniak, 52, who passed away on Monday.

Mr. Buberniak, a former resident of Carbondale, Pennsylvania, was a well-known figure in the local community. He was a dedicated member of the Carbondale Historical Society and the Maplewood Cemetery Association. He also served as a machinist for the Union Pacific Railroad in Roseville.

Mr. Buberniak was a proud graduate of Carbondale Area High School and served his country in the United States Army. He was known for his kind and generous spirit, always willing to lend a helping hand.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Pamela, his seven children, his siblings, and his many friends and loved ones.

A visitation for family and close friends will be held on Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Brennan & Brennan Funeral Home Inc., 55 Lincoln Ave., Carbondale, Pennsylvania.

Born and raised in Rio Linda, a graduate of Rio Linda High School, and a resident for most of the last 50 years. Co-Chair for the Rio Linda Elverta Neighborhood Association, announcer for Rio Linda Knights...