Ralph Buck Jr., a 52-year-old white male, was found deceased in his vehicle at a Walmart parking lot in Holland, Ohio, on February 10, 2025. Authorities responded to the scene at 1355 S. McCord Rd., where they discovered the victim with a single gunshot wound to the head, under the chin. A handgun was found resting on his lap. The Lucas County Coroner’s Office conducted an autopsy, confirming the cause of death as a gunshot wound to the head and ruling the manner of death as suicide.
The incident prompted a temporary lockdown at nearby Springfield High School as law enforcement assessed the situation. Holland Police Chief James Piotrowski stated that officers arrived at the scene at 9:08 a.m. The investigation determined that there were no suspects or arrests related to the case, as the evidence pointed to a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Ralph Buck Jr. was born on December 9, 1972, in Barberton, Ohio. He was a dedicated employee at Express Transmission for 27 years and had a deep passion for motorcycle riding. He was an active member of the Indian of Ohio Riding Group and enjoyed traveling with his wife, Emily Buck, whom he married on July 16, 2022. His adventurous spirit was evident in his love for racing his bike, and he was known for his warm personality and willingness to help others. He is survived by his wife, daughters Courtney, Serenity, and Taylor, his mother Barbara, and close friends.
