Bud was born May 28, 1933 in Alton, Illinois to Martin Anthony and Clara Gradl.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon.
Bud is survived by his children, Martin A. Gradl, III and wife Sally, Valerie Harrington, and Cara Verbarg and husband Cullen; and 7 grandchildren.
Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton, Illinois will handle services.
Interment will be held in the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Immanuel Baptist Church, 516 N. Main Street, Benton, Illinois, 62812-1101, 618 439-3513.
