My memories of Buddy are of kindness, patience and spiritual.  Whenever I needed help for my brother or myself, he was there willing to help, asking what we needed.  He was always helping someone in the neighborhood.  I was blessed to
Meet his wonderful wife, Trish, who is every bit as kind.  Buddy is missed and whenever thoughts of him come to mind, they are always fond, warm thoughts.  

We are saddened to learn of Buddy's passing. Our condolences for your loss are sent with a great understanding of what an outstanding person Buddy was. He extended kindness freely, particularly to our son, Ryan, who got his first job at Publix through Buddy's encouragement. He will always be in our minds when we think of those who represent great leadership and caring.

Sincerely,
Jeff, Gina, Ryan and Jayden Holiman

I am so very saddened to hear this news today. I met Buddy through a friend Richard Milliken (Deceased) and we became quick friends. Buddy was so full of of life and an all around great person. The world was a better place with Buddy, i’m so very very sorry.

My heart is sad in hearing that Buddy has passed.   In 2004, he was the store manager at the store I shopped at during Hurricane Charlie.    He was so kind and compassionate and anytime I have seen him since, I would remind him what a kind human being he was to his customers.    My condolences to his family.   RIP Buddy!  Kim Gaide

I only met Buddy a few times but he was always the nicest guy in the room. He always had a smile.  You know we love you, Trish. We are so sorry for your loss and for Buddy’s family.  You are all in our prayers.
Love,
Donna and Bill Hrabchak 

Buddy was the nicest manager that I ever worked with at Publix. He was easy to talk to, and always had a kind smile on his face. #426 was never as good again, as when Buddy was at the helm. God speed, Buddy. 

I had the honor of meeting Buddy only once at a
wedding, but what a beautiful forever memory. He
Created  a beautiful “wedding arch” for the couple and even helped with the decorations and set up and did it with a big smile! What a kind gentleman and beautiful heart 🙏.   
I am so sorry for your great loss. 
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless you 🙏🙏


I knew Buddy from North High. Worked with him 4 years at Publix, 1979-1983. I also shared lunch and Basketball with him and Mike Scott everyday during Junior and Senior year. We went water skiing many times. He was a great man and I wished we stayed closer. God Bless him and Gods strength to his family.  Chuck Rakocinski 

Buddy was a wonderful person who always gave to others.   He was a great friend to my mom, Mary Tanner, and would always make a point to celebrate Sweet Graces birthdays  every year.   He will be truly missed by many.  It is with a sad heart that the good ones get taken so young.  Bless your family. 
Sincerely,
Richard Tanner and family. 

I always saw Buddy smiling and outgoing.  A true kind & gentle spirit who will be greatly missed by all.   Prayers to Trish and family. 


We are so sorry for your loss, Trish and Buddy’s family.  He was young, energetic, and so kind.
Lynn & Frank Shivers.

Some of my best work days were spent working with Buddy. He was kind, caring, compassionate, always putting others first. He had a hugh heart and didn’t know a stranger.  He always had a plan and could see the best in everyone. He certainly was one of a kind. To this day I fondly speak of the time we worked together and proudly claim him as my mentor. Even when we no longer worked together , buddy always stayed in touch, either a call, text or drop by the store to say hello. He was a role model in so many ways. It was a blessing to know Buddy and an honor to be his friend. 

We were only blessed to have known Buddy for such a short time, but he left us with an empty hole in our hearts.  He always has a smile on his face and he was always there for us.  He chased me off the ladder more times then I can count saying "Joe I'll do that for you". No matter what he was doing he would stop to give me a hand.  He was one of a kind, a good man, and good husband and a good friend. He will be missed.  "I want to tell you something so there won't be any doubt. Buddy was so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without."  God, please bless Buddy. May you keep him. And may your countenance shine upon him and bring him everlasting peace. Amen. Joe and Marti Duffin 

Remember buddy as a 2nd assitant years ago when  I was a 16 year old starting out at Publix. Total great guy who left us way too soon.

We are sorry for your loss. Memories  remembered are signs of grief but happiness.  

I often teased Buddy and called him " our boyscout" because he always was setting the best examples, was always prepared, and could always be counted on. Often regional directors would send store managers questionnaires to find out their career goals, hobbies, family updates etc. The questionare always ended with "anything else you'd like to add?" I always ended mine with "I believe Buddy Kubesh will win the George Jenkins award". I'll never forget the day he called me and said, " Millie, it happened..but you can't say anything yet.. I won the GWJ..."  I also am grateful that in some of the most difficult times of my life, he always reached out immediately offering to help, listen, or just go cry in a beer with me.  He was the best of us. I am so honored you were my friend BuddyKub. 

So sorry for the loss in your family. I was a good friend of Kathy in school and remember Buddy.   Christine (Robyn Filkill) Berry

I will never forget Buddy’s laugh or sense of humor. We had many great memories together, most of which occurred at Publix or in the gym. 

I considered him a life long friend who I could always depend on. We affectionately referred to each other as a “brother from another mother.” Every time we would talk on the phone he would ask how my family was, because he truly cared, that is who Buddy was.

I miss you brother,
Tim Teter

Bud, Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. 

Bud, your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.  

My favorite picture of Bud.  My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust! Psalm 91

Bud, Jen, Trevin and Jerrick with Captain Paul to Cabbage Key. 

Papa, Trevin and Jennifer boating with the Cote's. 

Scalloping with family in Homosassa Springs. 

Buddy you were a one of BEST STORE managers around,I’m so glad I had the pleasures of working with you twice 426 & 775. I have to thank you for believing In me ,because of you I wouldn’t be were I am today .Rest In Peace Buddy 

I started working at Publix #201 in 1977. I saw a lot of young men come and go through our store. Buddy came in with a group, Troy Oliver, Chuck Rakozinski, Todd Rickner, Paul Chaplow  and others. They were all great guys but Buddy was special. All of us at #201 were family and  Buddy was a really big part of that family. Definitely one of the greatest to work with and to be able to watch him grow up to be a wonderful family man.  Knowing he has left us is devastating. Buddy you will be greatly missed.  

Buddy was a wonderful person, friend and manager. He will be deeply missed. My condolences to Cathy and Jennifer and the rest of his family. He always said I gave him the abs he had because I was always back handing him when he said something I didn’t like. 😊  Rest In Peace. 

Buddy's compassion was contagious. He had such great purpose in this realm, He's smile was bright, he was loyal and strong. His wife and him were wonderful animal activist! 
He hired me at Publix #775 when I first moved to Florida. He loved  his Canteloupe snack everyday ! 
My heart knows that man is touching the hand of his savior! - My love and heartfelt condolences , to his family,  
and  his wonderful adored wife, 
-Peace
Zichrono livrachah  - May his memory be a blessing .
Candice Fogle

Buddy hired me at Publix I worked for him very long time he was like a son to me he was always so healthy I'm sad to hear of his passing my thoughts and love go to his family his wife and his grandchildren especially You will be missed here and we will see you  In the heavenly castle. Much love BeeBee

I thoroughly enjoyed working for Buddy. Without hesitation he was the best boss I've ever had. An incredibly kind, empathetic human being. One of the best. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed

my name is kimberleedenisewilliamson i use to work at publix my favorite memrory was meeting buddy for the first time i hope hes resting in peace and my condolences goes out to the family of buddy ^_^

Buddy- he will be so missed I never forget you. Your were the best manager ever 

Amy smith 

I miss you so much. You were there for me when no one was. We talked all the time, you always listened. You helped me when no-one would. Your we’re always there when I needed you. Because of you I opened my 401k, got promoted and had an incredible 14 year ride as a manager. Because of that I was able to buy a beautiful home in North Carolina that you knew about and we’re going to see one day. I miss you so much, you were my Dad when I needed, friend when I needed, my heart is literally breaking. 14 years ago you came into 775 and changed my life forever. Your impact can not be taken lightly. You changed, and helped so many people I wanted to be like you. I looked up to you, I love you my brother, I miss you. Tears are rolling as I’m typing and I know you would say don’t. Don’t Ryan, I want you to be happy, don’t be sad for me, live your life, be great………. I love you my friend, you will be greatly missed. See you again on the other side. 

Trish and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss! He was a good man and served the community well. May the wonderful memories of your time together provide you with comfort during this difficult time.

Buddy was an awesome friend, he will be missed greatly. I was very much looking forward to all of us being neighbors in Kentucky. God has a plan for all of us, soar with the eagles and we will meet again one day I’m sure. I really miss our phone conversations almost every day.

Such a wonderful person and mentor to so many, honored to have been a friend.  Mr. George said Publix will be a little bit better or not quite as good because of you.  Well my friend Publix and many lives were much better because of you. 
Prayers for all, Johnnie and Pam Walker 

Keeping all of toubin my thoughts and prayers! 

Love these two, more than anything! Buddy and Trish! ❤️❤️

It’s with great sorrow we learned of Buddy’s passing. In my entire life and I’m 71 years old I never met a man who gave so much of himself without asking anything in return.  A selfless human being. He was full of life and adventurous always questioning the the status quo. He made us laugh until our bellies ached. There will never be another like him.  I raise my glass to you my friend, 
Sir Capt Morgan and Diet with lime. The memories of you I promise will never fade. 

Fly high with the angels buddy. Gone way too soon. I'll always smile when I watch ridiculousness. 

Mitzi

I only met Trish and Buddy once through a mutual friend.I knew that day we would become good friends.He will be missed. Prayers for Trish and the family.

What an amazing heart he had, genuinely cared for people,  a great Mentor.
My condolences to his family. 
May God give you strength to go through it . 


Randy and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to Trish and the entire family. Although we did not know Buddy except through our dear friends Jeff and Laurie, we have prayed fervently for you all through his hospital stay, and will continue to do so. May God grant you strength and perfect peace in the days and months to come. 

We have known Buddy and Trish for a short time but what a blessing both of them are.  Buddy was one of the kindest and sweetest people we have ever met.  Our continued thoughts and prayers for Trish and the entire family.  Buddy was a good man whom we were fortunate crossed our paths.

Joe and Jill Leftwich 

I had the honor of  teaching Buddy at North High. He was the type of person you could never forget. He was always smiling and kind to everyone he met. He was a wonderful person and student. He is the type of individual that you would never forget. I feel for Buddy's whole family in this time of sorrow.

Dave Giompalo (Mr. G)

I knew Buddy since 1988, working together at #201. Buddy was always high energy ( I thought I walked fast ) and connected on a personal level. I never heard anyone ever speak negative of Buddy.  I could go on and on but I had so much respect for Buddy and a leader and a person. 

3 Memories of Buddy:
1) As a 19 yr old stock clerk (  Buddy was the 2nd Asst Mgr at #201 ) I forget my dress shoes, we wore sneakers before the store opened. I wore a size 10 and Buddy wore a size 12 or 13. He had an extra pair in his truck so I stuffed paper towel in the toe so I could wear them until my mom brought my shoes to the store. 

2) We had a very small cash office at #418. Buddy and I were in there together and he farted. Just as he did, a female office staff came back there and Buddy lite a match, took the smell immediately away. The staff didn’t know why we were laughing so hard and kept asking why he was lighting matches. After that, anytime Buddy lite a  match, I knew what was going on!

3) Buddy was the ASM, I was the 2nd Asst Mgr at #418. I was scheduled to close and got really sick at work. He offered to stay and close for me ( he came in at 6am ) without me even asking. I ended up staying and closed because he cared enough to offer, I couldn’t let him down by leaving early. 


Buddy was one of the good guys.  It didn't matter the length of time that passed between seeing him, he was always quick with that warm generous smile and infectious laugh.  He was kind, hard working, and good to people.  He is greatly missed.  He had a lot to offer, and he gave all he had. 

Buddy was a wonderful human being,devoted husband ,father and grandfather,his absence leaves a big hole in our hearts.
He was like a son to me and will  never forget his kind face,his sweet smile and his caring 

Buddy was one of the nicest, kindest, most generous persons I’ve ever known.  May you Rest In Peace, my friend.  You will be missed by many. 

Buddy was an excellent Son to his Mother and Father, he was a great Father & Grandfather and he was a loving Husband to Tricia.  He was a Friend to everyone he met and for me, he is a Friend that I will miss everyday!  Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, our Publix family and his many friends at the loss of this wonderful Man.  Buddy and Lisa Moss

Thank you for giving me our daughter and with that, Christian and Trevin.  You will be forever in our hearts, treasured and deeply missed.

Bev

Buddy was a great man. Truly one of a kind. He was without a doubt one of the best Store Managers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is one of the reasons why Publix has enjoyed success throughout our history. A kind hearted, carrying man who left his mark on everyone he met. He will definitely be missed. Rest in Peace, boss. 

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Arnold Miron Kubesh Jr.

December 28, 1962 – June 26, 2022

Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery

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