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Celebration of Life Ceremony: 4 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020, at Red Brush Christian Church
Visitation: 12 noon until the time of service on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Red Brush Christian Church
Lewis Allen “Bud” Britton, age 60, of Iola, Illinois, passed away Saturday afternoon, July 11, 2020, at home.
He was born September 14, 1959, in Effingham, the son of William “Bill” Dale Britton Sr. and Alice Jane (Reuter) Britton. He was united in marriage to Charlene “Willie” Byrley on September 26, 1992, behind the family’s pond in Iola, and together they have shared over 27 years of marriage. He never missed a day without giving a kiss to say “goodbye” or “goodnight” accompanied by, “I love you,” and swore that Willie was his “saving grace.”
If anyone could be matched to the definition of dedication, it would be Bud Britton. “A thorough job, never half-way done, and always done right,” is the way Bud did things, always taking pride in the responsibilities he had both on-the-job and at home. He was personally committed to his family, church, co-workers, and customers. Bud was part of South Central FS working in propane sales and delivery for almost 20 years. His grandkids were really life’s treasures that brought the biggest smile to his face and lifted his spirits whenever he would see them. And along with spending time with all of his family he enjoyed the chance to take vacations to places like Mexico, going out to the lake house, or when he could appreciate the company of friends while dove hunting. Bud’s Christian faith was confirmed in both the work of his daily life, and in the faithful and supportive membership he held in Red Brush Christian Church.
Bud is survived by his wife: Willie Britton of Iola; mother: Alice Britton of Iola; 3 children: Josh (Ashley) Britton of Metropolis, Ashley Britton of Xenia, and Dana (Gary) Adams of Iola; 6 grandchildren: Isabella, Marshall, Levi, Jayde, Reese, and Maya; a brother: William (Brenda) Dale Britton Jr. of Louisville; 2 sisters: Mona (Everett “Rick”) Barber of Flora and Kathy (Mike) Wildbur of Iola; 2 sisters-in-law: Nellie (Jerry) Leaf and Charlotte Williams; a brother-in-law: Larry (Rishawna) Shadowens; a number of nieces and nephews; and a close friend: Shane Carder.
He was preceded in death by his father: Bill Britton Sr.; mother-in-law: Ruth Shadowens; paternal grandparents: Guy and Wanda Britton; and maternal grandparents; Gus and Mildred Reuter.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020, at Red Brush Christian Church in Louisville. Visitation will be from 12 noon until the time of service at the church. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. At the request of the family, observing social distancing guidelines at your discretion is recommended during the visitation and funeral and hand sanitizer and optional masks will be available.
Memorial donations are suggested to an education fund for the benefit of Bud’s grandchildren, and will be accepted the day of the services or through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Willie, my heart goes out to you at this terrible time, I lost my husband in February, I wish words could help because I am still very fond of you and am still thankful for the time I spent working with you, If there is anything I can do to help or encourage you, I would be happy to do so. God bless you, Willie, you are in my prayers.
Willie, Bill, Brenda...and all family members. I cannot say how sorry we were to hear this news. He will be missed by so so many. He was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all 🙏
There are no words that will help. I know this from experience. My prayers and thoughts are with you and my heart aches for you Willie. Stay strong, you have to if you need anything I will be there. God Bless you and all that knew him. He was a wonderful man and we all loved him.
Willie and family, so saddened to hear the news about Bud. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you have many cherished memories of Bud to remain in your hearts forever.
Ashley, we are so sorry for your loss. Darren says you are in his thoughts and prayers during this saddened time. Blessings for you and your family.
To all of the family, we are so sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and peace through your grief as only He can.
Willie and family we were so sorry to hear of the passing of Bud. Bud was a wonderful man who will be missed by all. Prayers of comfort for you and all the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and yours.
Willie, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Bud was such a great husband, grandfather and friend he always had a smile on his face everytime we saw come through the doors at Hucks. We're here for you anytime day or night. We love you all.
To the entire Britton family I am so sorry for your loss! I remember him as a young man. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Our thoughts & prayers are with the family. May the Lord bless & comfort you. We will miss him delivering our LP gas.
Alice, Willie, and all of the family-words cannot express how our heart goes out to you. We thought a great deal of Bud. He always had time for a short conversation when he delivered our propane and we knew we could depend on him to keep our tank from running out. God bless you all!
Bud will be missed. Always had a smile on his face. FS won’t be the same without him. Sorry for your loss.
Willie,it is with a heavy heart that i write this.We were so sorry and shocked to hear of Bud passing.It is a great loss to our family.he was special.If you or any of the rest of the family need anything and especially aunt Alice please call.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Willie and the family. Bud was a special person who was always positive and caring. He will be missed by so many.
Josh &Ashley Cherish the memories that you have of your Dad. He was a wonderful Dad. He loved Levi Marshall and Isabella with all his heart ❤️ Sending love and support to you both
Again so sorry Willie,aunt Alice,Billy,Kathy,Mona,and each of your families. Just know we are here for each one of you if you need anything. Love you all.
So very sorry and saddened by the loss of Bud, he was such a sweet man. Mike will really miss "Buttercup", Prayers for your entire family, he was one of a kind and will be missed by so many.
Josh, Ashley, I’m so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Hang on to the good memories and share them with your precious children. If there’s anything you need please let me know. Love you all.
So sorry to here of your loss sending prayers and hugs. May God be with you giving you strength though out your time of need and adjusting to your new life without the love of your life.
So sorry guys..Bud was a real sweet heart..always made sure I got my gift when he delivered gas..I will really miss him..anything I can do just ask...
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. I know Makayla had a special place in her heart for "Uncle Bud". She lit up just at the mention of his name. He was a great man and will be deeply missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you!
So very sorry to hear of Bud's death. Will be praying for entire family in this most difficult time.He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him.
Willie and family so sorry for your loss. Bud was a special fellow that will be missed by many! 🙏🏻 S
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family, Bud always made me smile.
What a great guy! Of course I got to know Bud through the propane business. He loved what he was doing and it showed. We saw each other at least once a week during the school year. He was a key player in the success we've had with propane buses at North Clay. I talked to him Sunday afternoon and then got the call Saturday afternoon from Ron K. Hard to believe but we know it can come like a thief in the night. He will be missed greatly but I'm very sure he wouldn't trade paradise for another day here on this fallen world. Praying for you all.
Our heartfelt sympathy to all your family. Hoping you find peace and comfort in your cherished memories of Bud. He was sure a wonderful man. He will be missed by so many.
Josh and Ashley at a loss for words but my hope is that my prayers are felt and give you strength and comfort. Thinking of you all...
Sending prayers for the family ❤️ Remember him fondly as such a nice guy in school. A good family from Iola, sending you all love and sympathy.
Bud ran around with us guys and his brother Bill in high school. I always enjoyed his friendship, as everyone else did as well. I have thought of him often through the years. I'm glad we will meet again in Heaven. He is not lost to us. We know where he is at. He Can't come to us, but thanks to Jesus you can go to him.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Bud was a wonderful man and friend he will be missed by so many. I cannot imagine the shock and heartache. My heart goes out to Alice, Willie, Josh, Ashley, Bill, Mona, Kathy and the rest of his family. He will now watch over you all.
Bud has been a family friend for many years. He will be sadly missed. God speed Bud.
So sorry to hear about Bud. He will be missed by many. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers...sending hugs..
So very sorry Willie. May God give you extra strength and comfort at this!
Willie...... I’m so sad to hear this ...... Bud will always have a special place in my heart!! You and your family are in my prayers !!❤️
So very sorry to hear of Bud's passing.
We are so sorry for your loss of Bud. He was a wonderful man with a kind heart and a smile for all. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Britton family. 🙏🙏💕💕
I already knew Bud, from his days driving a truck for Clay Clay Grain Co. in Iola. Many years later. I dated his daughter for some years and as fate would have it. Ashley got pregnant, and we had a blue-eyed baby boy. We were blessed by God. That's when I got to know the man, Bud Britton. I turned to him for advice, a pick me up, etc... I really thought Bud was like another father to me. I had the upmost admiration and respect for him. He so very much loved Willie, Alice, family, his kids, and his grandkids..... He will greatly be missed by all who had the benefit to know him.... May he rest and my condolences to the family.
I already knew Bud, from his days driving a truck for Clay Clay Grain Co. in Iola. Many years later. I dated his daughter for some years and as fate would have it. Ashley got pregnant, and we had a blue-eyed baby boy. We were blessed by God. That's when I got to know the man, Bud Britton. I turned to him for advice, a pick me up, etc... I really thought Bud was like another father to me. I had the upmost admiration and respect for him. He so very much loved Willie, Alice, family, his kids, and his grandkids..... He will greatly be missed by all who had the benefit to know him.... May he rest and my condolences to the family.
I already knew Bud, from his days driving a truck for Clay Clay Grain Co. in Iola. Many years later. I dated his daughter for some years and as fate would have it. Ashley got pregnant, and we had a blue-eyed baby boy. We were blessed by God. That's when I got to know the man, Bud Britton. I turned to him for advice, a pick me up, etc... I really thought Bud was like another father to me. I had the upmost admiration and respect for him. He so very much loved Willie, Alice, family, his kids, and his grandkids..... He will greatly be missed by all who had the benefit to know him.... May he rest and my condolences to the family.
I already knew Bud, from his days driving a truck for Clay Clay Grain Co. in Iola. Many years later. I dated his daughter for some years and as fate would have it. Ashley got pregnant, and we had a blue-eyed baby boy. We were blessed by God. That's when I got to know the man, Bud Britton. I turned to him for advice, a pick me up, etc... I really thought Bud was like another father to me. I had the upmost admiration and respect for him. He so very much loved Willie, Alice, family, his kids, and his grandkids..... He will greatly be missed by all who had the benefit to know him.... May he rest and my condolences to the family.
I already knew Bud, from his days driving a truck for Clay Clay Grain Co. in Iola. Many years later. I dated his daughter for some years and as fate would have it. Ashley got pregnant, and we had a blue-eyed baby boy. We were blessed by God. That's when I got to know the man, Bud Britton. I turned to him for advice, a pick me up, etc... I really thought Bud was like another father to me. I had the upmost admiration and respect for him. He so very much loved Willie, Alice, family, his kids, and his grandkids..... He will greatly be missed by all who had the benefit to know him.... May he rest and my condolences to the family.
So sorry Willie and family Bud was a good man and will be missed by everyone. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Condolences to all family .... Bud was the nicest man! He always had a smile and a good word. He will be missed!
We are so sad to hear about Bud!!! He was such a friendly, caring man!!! He will be missed!!
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OUR PRAYERS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY HE WAS A VERY DEPENDABLE GAS MAN AND FRIEND
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending our prayers for you and your family. May you find comfort in God's words.
Always thought that there should be more people in this world like Bud. Will be sadly missed.
Dear Britton family My sincere condolences goes out to your families. Your family has always held a dear spot in my heart. Bud was a good man. I pray you find comfort and strength in the days that that lie ahead.God bless your your families. Karen Geier
So very saddened to hear this. Bud always had such a great smile and always took time to have a short chat and brighten our day on gas day. He always had a little oil field news. Hope the sweet memories he left behind wrap his family and friends at this unbearable time.
We are very sorry for your loss. Bud was a good man!! Many prayers and thoughts for you and your family.
We are so sorry for your loss, Bud was a wonderful man. He always had a smile and time for a little chat. He will be missed by many.
So very sorry to learn of Bud’s passing...what a great guy! Praying for comfort and peace for your family at this very difficult time.
So sorry for the families loss. Bud was a wonderful person. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Our lives have been blessed and enriched by having the pleasure of knowing Bud as a friend and a brother. We will miss him terribly, however look forward to our reunion with him in the glories of heaven!!
So very sorry for your family’s loss. Bud was such a nice guy. He will be missed dearly.
We are so so sorry to hear of Bud's passing, he was such a great guy, always had a smile on his face and would help anyone. He will be missed by so many. Our prayers are with all of you.
Our deepest sympathy to your family...Bud was such a nice guy. He always had a great smile for everyone he met!
Condolences to the family. Your in my thoughts and prayers...
So sorry for your loss Willie and Family . Continued Prayers for All .
Bud was a special guy. ... one of a kind. He was my gas man, provided the best service. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Bud took care of us with LP since we bought our house and was always a joy to be around, he will be missed by many people.
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you, Willie, and family.
So very sorry for your families loss, prayers for peace & comfort.
So sorry for your loss Willie. Bud was such a wonderful person. On the coldest, snowiest day of the year he would stop in to see if I needed more gas. He will be so missed by everyone who knew him. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Willie so sorry for your loss, hugs& prayers you& your family.
I was surprised to hear this. I've known him for several years and he used to work with my husband. He was fun to be around and very personable. So sorry for the ones he leaves behind. Prayers for all.
Wonderful guy to be around! Saw him frequently when at the school. He was the definition of "service". Got to dove hunt with him a few times. Sympathy to all of you.
So sorry !! Praying for peace and comfort for the family !!
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Willie, I met Bud this past year. He stopped in the office over at Clay City and we talked. After he left I thought to myself, what a wonderful person. He was so thoughtful and friendly and was concerned about my dad. Please know that my prayers go out to you and the entire family.
Sympathy is extended to The Family. Sorry for Your Loss.
Willy , my heart goes out to you I lost my Husband May 31, 2020 May God comfort you Prayers for you and your family
My heart goes out to you all as Bud will be missed so dearly by all of us who had the pleasure to meet such an awesome man. He always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. Prayers for you Willie as he loved you and the family so dearly! Heaven gained an amazing angel.
Will always miss this loving nephew. Always told us he loved us and we loved him so much. Willie, Alice, Bill, Mona and Kathy we love you and wish things were different. Prayers for all. RIP Bud.
Thoughts and prayers for all during this rough time. May you know we care for you.
I am sorry very sorry for the loss of Bud i want to give everyone a HUG and pray for each of you during this time i love all of you Willie n Mom hang in there God will help you guys through this
We are sad to hear of Bud's untimely death. He was a steady, dependable worker. Always taking care of his customers. May God comfort his family.
Willie, so sorry for your loss. I think of you often and miss your smiling face. You and your family are in my prayer.
Willie, so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Josh, Ashley and Family: My sympathies to y’all in the passing of your dad. May God comfort you in this difficult time in your lives. Y’all are in my prayers.
Ashley, I am so sorry thatvyou lost your father and Levi’s grandfather. I know he was your rock. Praying for your strength and comfort.
May warm memories of your dad give you comfort during this time of sadness. Love Terry and DeAnn Hronec
We were so saddened to hear of Bud's passing. Bud was one of a kind and will be forever remembered by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
So very sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear of your loss. I send my condolences to you. Bud will be missed.
I worked with Bud for 10 years. He was one of my favorite LP Drivers. Always, cheery and loved to make me laugh. Bud will be sorely missed by all at South Central FS, who had the privilege to know how. Rest in peace, Bud.
Willy, Aunt Alice, Mona,Kathy, Billy...there are not enough words or days to express how bad I feel for you all and how much we will miss Buddy. See you all tomorrow. You are all in our thoughts, prayers, and heart. Love you all.
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