D'Agostino Supermarkets Inc. mourns the death of Neil Buckley

NEW YORK D'Agostino Supermarkets announced the passing of its director of grocery.

Cornelius (Neil) Buckley, the company's director of grocery, health and beauty aids, and general manager died Tuesday morning. Buckley joined the ranks of D'Agostino management five years years ago.

"Neil was passionate about his work, a key contributor to D'Agostino and an extraordinary team player, beloved by D'Agostino associates at every level; he will be missed professionally and personally," said Nicholas D'Agostino III, president and COO of D'Agostino Supermarkets.

Prior to D'Agostino Supermarkets, Buckley worked at US Merchandise for 10 years. A New York native, Buckley graduated from St. John's University.

Buckley is survived by his wife, Kathryn and five children.  A private funeral will be held in Long Island, where he resided.