Buddy was born in Ocala Florida. He graduated from Forest High School in 1971. He graduated from Community College in 1973. Buddy did communication work for a living, including Kennedy Space Center for 26 years. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Lori, two daughters ,Shannon and Stephanie, four sisters, Betty, Mary, Doris and Wanda, three grandsons, and two granddaughters. Buddy loved hunting and fishing. He will be missed by all of us.