Buford R. “Bud” Baldridge, age 80, beloved husband for 60 years of Frieda M., nee Imre. Loving father of Linda (Bill) Peak and Bruce (Jan) Baldridge. Cherished grandfather of Philip (Maria), Wesley, Douglas, Andrew Peak, Michelle and Katie Baldridge. Dearest great grandfather of Eleanor. Dear brother of Charlotte Thelen and preceded in death by his brothers Lee and Cliff. Fond Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired as Vice President of Beatty Lumber with over 39 years of service. Visitation Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 3-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park. Lying in State Wednesday, December 9, 2009 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, 6850 W. 159th St., Tinley Park, IL 60477. Interment Trinity Ev. Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials to Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com