Wilber “Bud” Holtorf, 87 of Phoenix, Arizona died on November 7, 2012 following a massive stroke. He was born in Charter Oak, Iowa on April 22, 1925. He is survived by four daughters: Karen, Karol, Jeanne, Heidi and one stepson, Monte and five grandchildren: Spencer, Brian, Brent, Collin and Stephanie and seven great-grandchildren. Bud was a farmer, landscaper, jack of all trades. He touched many lives with his wisdom, humor & generosity. He will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 9, 2012 at Phoenix Memorial Park & Mortuary, 200 West Beardsley Road in Phoenix, with a funeral service to begin at 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers family is requesting that donations be made to American Hospice Foundation (also known as Hospice of Arizona), 1830 North 95th Avenue, Suite 110, Phoenix, AZ 85037, please send to the attention of Connie Frisby. Please visit www.phoenixmemorialmortuary.com to leave online condolences for the family.