Maynard E Bresee (Bud) was called to his heavenly home on July 24, 2020. Bud was born in Pottawattamie, Iowa to Larry and Ellen Bresee on May 1, 1926.  He was 94 years old.

Bud started a family with Marie Green Bresee, they resided in Bloomfield, MO. Bud and Marie had 3 children: Larry, Patty and Eddie. All whom proceed him in death.

Bud was a successful insurance agent with Farm Bureau well over 30 years in the Stoddard County area.  He was also the mayor of Bloomfield and was very active in creating the Crowley Ridge Recreation Center where he enjoyed spending much of his time playing golf with family and friends.

Bud married and joined families with Colleen (Hopkins) Bresee on August 26, 1987 at Bloomfield’s First General Baptist Church. They spent many years in Bloomfield while traveling and enjoying life. Eventually they retired to their home in Haines City, Florida where they enjoyed their days with friends and family on the golf course and playing cards.

Bud was a sibling of 6 others: Winona(deceased) Betty Zoe, Dewayne, Elbert, Jerry and Joyce all residing in various states.

He is leaving a legacy of love to his wife Colleen, daughter in law Donna and family, 5 grandkids Rob, Heather, Eva, Spencer, and Lisa, 11 great grandkids Robyn, River, Jewel, Rachel(deceased), Skyler, Jonathan, Jasmine, Selah, Tanner, Oliver, and Bailey and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.

Services will be held August 12, 2020, Wednesday at Bloomfield Cemetery at 10:30 a.m.  A small gathering and meal be held at 12:00pm at The Gathering on North Outer Road in Dexter, MO.  

Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements.