Budd, Keith Edward
Keith Edward Budd
June 6th, 1939 – December 31st, 2022
Keith Edward Budd aged 83 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away on Saturday, December 31st, 2022. Keith was born in Moose Jaw, SK and was raised on the family farm North of Caron, SK. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles (Eddie) Edward Budd and Ethel Pasey Budd (née: Grant); brother, Grant Budd; sister-in-law, Mavis Ager; brother-in-law, Murray Ager; and sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn Sandbeck (Ager) and Wally Sandbeck. Keith is survived by his wife, Sharon Budd (née: Ager); son, Steven (Tanya) Budd; grandchildren, Drew and Nate; daughter, Michele (Bob) Mohr; grandchildren: Kiana (Johnathan), Everleigh and Olivia, Shaylee (Zachary), and Taya; sister-in-law, Pauline Budd (Milton) and their family Valerie (Kevin) Pritchard, Darla (Craig) Wutke, Charlaine (Garnett) Straker, Ryan (Stacey) Budd and Alana (Jason) Walz; brother-in-law, William (Billy) Ager and their family Scott (Kathy), Darleen and Alison (Mike); sister-in-law, Marilyn Ager (Ortman) and her family Gaylene and Sherlyn (Doug) Acton (Sandbeck).
Keith started his career in 1960 accepting a position at TransCanada Pipelines – Station 13 in Caron, SK, working there for almost 40 years. He worked as a heavy-duty mechanic maintaining and operating the reciprocal and centrifugal gas compressors. Later in his career he spent his summers out on the Right-Of-Way inspecting pipeline construction, working his way up to Construction Supervisor (Chief Inspector). This construction work took him from the Alberta/Saskatchewan border to Montreal, QC. He retired from TransCanada in March 1999. He really enjoyed his career and made many lifelong friendships along the way.
Keith married his wife and best friend, Sharon Ager of Petrolia, SK in 1965 (57 years of marriage) and bought an acreage North of Caron, next to Station 13. This is where they raised their two children, Steven and Michele. Keith was a very devoted father who was always taking time to teach his kids. From operating farm and garden equipment, driving vehicles, maintenance and repair, he always encouraged the opportunity for his children to learn. Keith also really enjoyed helping his brother Grant with farm work when he had time. Keith and Sharon sold the acreage and moved to their current home in Moose Jaw in 1996.
Keith has very many special nieces and nephews that he enjoyed spending time with. His family had many memorable vacations together, notably Disney Land, California and New Zealand. Keith and Sharon enjoyed vacations to Hawaii, Vancouver Island, several trips to the Maritimes, and many winter vacations to Las Vegas in the motorhome. When he was younger, Keith liked to camp, boat and fish.
Keith loved (some may say a compulsion) to tinker, so when Keith and Sharon moved into Moose Jaw, he bought a 1953 Ford Jubilee tractor from the neighbor on the acreage. After retirement he tore it down in the garage to do a restoration. After years of collecting parts for it he realized he was getting too old to do the restoration, so he donated it to the The Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village and Museum, who restored it for their collection in 2018. He was very proud when they invited him to drive it in their annual parade.
Keith had a full life and enjoyed spending time with all his family and friends, who meant the world to him.
A Celebration of Keith’s Life will be held on Thursday, January 5th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Harvey Room at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Keith’s name may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 919B Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6 or the CCU Unit at the Regina General Hospital c/o Qu’Appelle Health Region, 1440 14th Ave, Regina, SK S4P 0W5. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Most heartfelt condolences to you Michele, Bob & family.
Condolences to family and the many friends of Kieth, When I got word of Kieth’s passing I called my son Morley and we had a good talk remembering Kieth and some of his Budd isms. For example he would have a small pail of wipers to wipe oil from engine leaks. When he went to the plant to do that wiping he’d say “I am going to milk the pipeline now.” Quick things like that will keep him fresh in our memories.
Condolences to all the family of Keith. Keith always had a smile or a joke to tell. His presence will be greatly missed in all your hearts.
So sorry to hear to Keith’s passing. Condolences Sharon to you and your family.
Condolences to you, Steve, and your family for the loss of your father, Keith. Sounds like he enjoyed life to its fullest, no doubt that’s where you learned it from.
Cherish the memories, take care.
Steve, Tanya, Drew, Nate; Mrs. Sharon Budd; Michele and all extended family:
Deepest Condolences and prayers for comfort, strength and healing during this difficult time for family and for all those left to mourn. May all the memories of his soul be everlasting.
Elsie Powalinsky and
Rev. Fr. Archpriest Patrick Powalinsky
Warman, SK
To the Budd Family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. Being around TransCanada most if my life as a son of an employee (Larry Roth was my father) and later as a term employee myself, I had the privilege of engaging with Keith at multiple employee events.
He always showed me kindness and a smile and often we would share in some laughter. May you find strength in each other and can hold tight to your memories; I hope they bring you comfort during difficult times. Best wishes to your entire family.
Sharon and family…I was saddened to learn of Keith’s passing however I know that Morris and him will be having a good chat ! Morris did try to connect with Keith before he passed this past year….they will be having a great time reminiscing about growing up as well as all the Pipeline times….two of the old friends reunited again!!!
Dear Steve and extended family. So sorry to hear of your great loss; please accept my deepest condolences.
I had the pleasure to work with your Dad in the mid 90’s on new mainline construction south of Winnipeg and in Regina/Grendel areas. I remember him as a calm and pleasant individual. May he Rest In Peace.
So sorry Sharon and family. I just saw that Keith passed away 3 days after the funeral. So sorry to have missed it. Ken really enjoyed working with Keith and tinkering. Words do not help at this time just know I am praying for you.
Janet and I send our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Keith
I just heard that Keith passed away. I am so sad to hear this news. Keith hired me for TCPL and was the amazing boss. He had the best sense of humour and was kind but firm. He loved family and making sure his team stayed connected with their family as well. If I wanted to go home to see my kids all I would have to do was get him and apple fritter. He always found a way to have some work that you needed to do close by. He had the beat laugh and had a twinkle in his eyes when he was thinking mischievous. Thank you Sharon for sharing Keith. I am so very sorry for your loss..