William (Bud) Beedle was born April 11, 1920 in Denver and passed May 25, 2011 at his home with his family. Bud served 26 years as a Denver Firefighter. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bernice; and daughter, Janet. He is survived by his children, Daniel (Sandi), Gary (Dianne), and Vickie (Larry) Johns; 8 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 2:00 PM, at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant St., Thornton, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to HospiceCare of Boulder & Broomfield Counties, 2594 Trailridge Drive East, Lafayette, Colorado 80026. Please share your memories of Bud and condolences with his family by selecting the ""sign guestbook"" option below.