Millard 'Bud' Brown Jr.

Millard "Bud" Brown Jr., 78, died peacefully in Bella Vista, Ark., on Dec. 3, 2014, with his family by his side. He was born on May 20, 1936. Bud and his wife, Joan (nee Baker), recently celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. He was a sales engineer at Kearney & Trecker for 37 years. Bud enjoyed spending time with his family at their cottage on Lake Sinissippi. He retired from Wisconsin to Bella Vista, Ark., in 1998. His hobbies included woodworking, computers and traveling with his wife. Bud always had a witty and dry sense of humor that made people laugh. He is survived by his wife, Joan; two daughters, Bonnie Kimble (Jim) and Sue Harding (Matt); and two granddaughters, Madalyn and Natalie. A private family service was held. Arrangements are by the Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory, 2258 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista, Ark. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.