Richard "Bud" Bussell

Richard "Bud" Bussell, aged 80, a lifelong resident of Baxter, Tennessee, went Home peacefully to be with the Lord on April 22, 2024, in Cookeville.

He was born on February 13, 1944 in Baxter to the late Hilmon and Notie Dilldine Bussell.

Bud attended Twin Oak Elementary and Baxter Seminary/Upperman High School where he formed many lifelong friendships. After school, he courageously served his country in the U.S. Army and the National Guard, before returning to his roots to operate heavy machinery-a vocation that matched his strength and skill.

Family was the cornerstone of Bud's life. He is survived by his loving daughter, Tonya Nash and her husband Ross; his cherished grandchildren, Jori Reynolds and her husband Sean, and Ryan Nash and his wife Sara; his great-grandson, Gunner Reynolds who brought him immense joy; and his special great-nephew, Sammy Johnson. He also leaves behind his special friends, Kenny and Debbie Randolph, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss his guidance and humor.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved sister, Wava Dean Davis, and his dearly missed wife, Carrie Geer.

His passion for the Tennessee outdoors was evident to all, as he spent happy hours farming, fishing, and hunting. Bud's love for westerns, dirt track racing, and storytelling will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Funeral services for Bud will held at 1pm, Friday, April 26, 2024 from the Dyer Chapel of Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home with Bro.Gary West officiating.

Interment will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Ryan Nash, Sean Reynolds, Kenny Randolph, Chris Randolph, Sammy Johnson, Mike Luke and Scotty Dilldine.

The family will receive friends prior to the service Friday from 10am until time of the service at the funeral home.

Mr.Bussell's family gives special thanks to the caring staff of NHC-Cookeville, with extra-special appreciation to Tish Waller.

Dyer Chapel Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements (931)526-7158. You may share condolences and memories at www.dyerfh.com