PINCKNEYVILLE – Kenneth "Bud" Weaver, 73, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at his home in Pinckneyville, Illinois.

Bud was born on December 21, 1950, in Blair, IL, the son of Elroy A. and Eva M. (Niemeyer) Weaver. He married Linda Riecan on June 3, 1989, in Paducah, KY, she preceded him in death on January 27, 2023.  Bud was a Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp, having served during the Vietnam era. He was retired from Gilster Mary Lee in Steeleville. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Steeleville, and the American Legion Post #396, Sparta. Bud enjoyed fishing, camping, loved to dance, and spending time with his family.

Bud is survived by his sisters: Lillian (Bill) Downey of Chester, IL, Linda (Raymond) Smith of Pinckneyville, IL; several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and family.

Bud was preceded in death by his Parents, two sisters, Lillie Weaver and Louise Weaver.

Funeral services will be on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 11:00 am, at Wilson's Funeral Home, Steeleville, IL, with Rev. Kenneth Tegtmeier officiating. Burial to follow at Peace Lutheran Cemetery, Steeleville, IL. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Wilson's Funeral Home, where friends may call from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, and then on Thursday, 7:30 until  time of service. Memorials may be given to Cancer Fund or the Wounded Warriors and can mailed in c/o Wilson's Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Steeleville, IL 62288.