Wilburn "Bud" Logsdon

Wilburn Logsdon Obituary

News Death Notice

LOGSDON, Wilburn "Bud" age 76 of Middletown passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at Atrium Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Butler County on February 20, 1935 the son of Elbert and Maudie (VanWinkle) Logsdon. Bud grad- uated from Fairfield High School in 1953, where he played football and was class president. He attended OSU and played football under Woody Hayes. On February 4, 1956 he married Mary Louise Colwell. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and a Kentucky Colonel. Bud partnered with his family in opening Logsdon Nursing Home in Fairfield Township. After retiring from the nursing home in 1974, he began Logsdon Shorthorn Farm. He was very active in the 4-H program and served as an advisor in the Liberty Livestock 4-H Club. Bud and his family spent their summers exhibiting cattle and sheep at various county, state, and national shows, and his daughters continue this tradition with their families. Watching his grandchildren exhibit their animals was the highlight of his summers. He also was a bus driver for the Lakota School District. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Louise Logsdon; five daughters, Denice (Jim) McDade, Brenda (Al) Barnes, Amy (Jeff) Darner, Cindy (Todd) Carter, and Emily (Troy) Chester; eleven grandchildren, Heather (Jim) Hunt, Jayme (Josh) Fox, Olivia McDade, Dustin (Carol) Barnes, Kyle Barnes, Samantha Darner, Taylor Darner, Natalie Darner, Tyler Carter, Alyssa Carter, and Delaney Chester; three great- grandchildren, Cole Hunt, Jarrod Fox, and Jaxon Fox; two sisters, Vivian (Carl) Gabbard and Donna (Carthel) Zimmerman; Two sisters-in-law, Maxine Logsdon and Geneva Staton; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Dolores Blackford and Lucille Blankenship; and a brother, Elbert "Pete" Logsdon. Visitation will be held at Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 7600 Princeton-Glendale Road, on Saturday, December 31, 2011 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM followed by a celebration of life service with Pastor Jeff Raker officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Atrium Medical Center Foundation, One Medical Center Dr., Middletown, OH 45005. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Atrium Medical Center for the excellent care they provided. www.browndawsonflick.com

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Published by Journal-News on Dec. 30, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Wilburn Logsdon

10 Entries

Doreen Hampton

January 4, 2012

Mary and family...just returned from Iowa for the holidays and found out about Bud...my sympathy and prayers go out to all of you...I will never forget the fun walk that I had w/him in the neighborhood going around the lake where we really got to know each other. I will stop by in a few weeks and don't hesitate to let me know if you need anything, Doreen Hampton

Sharon Farthing

January 3, 2012

Mary, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

December 31, 2011

Mary, Denice, Brenda, Amy, Cindy and Emily, my heart goes out to you all at this time of sorrow. Bud would want everyone to be happy and know that he is starting another phase of his life with our "Heavenly Father". It sure seems like God has needed a lot of angels this year. God bless you all. (Teddi Gillespie and family)

December 31, 2011

Mary and Girls, We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember your dad at the fair having fun with everyone. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Marcia and Brian Cumberledge

Lillie Brate

December 31, 2011

Mary, my thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sadness.
Lillie from Church.

Ken & Susan Muncy

December 30, 2011

Mary, Amy, Brenda, Cindy, Denise, and Emily -- I am so sorry to hear about your husband/dad. You & your families are in our prayers.

Dr. Sameh & Connie Sadik

December 30, 2011

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. May the prescence of our Lord comfort you and may you be comforted to know Bud has received his Eternal healing in Heaven!

December 30, 2011

So sorry for your loss. There are many memories that you will always cherish. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat and Dale Posey Tavares, FL

Cathy Darner

December 30, 2011

Amy,Mary,Denice,Brenda,Cindy,&Emily,
My heart goes out to you now and in the days ahead. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Roger Treadway

December 30, 2011

I'm sorry for your loss. Your father graciously allowed my Dad and me to hunt on your farms. I fondly remember these days growing up. Your family was a positive impact on my Dad and our family with your kindness in many ways including the housing of my grandmother in your nursing home. My prayers are with you.

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