Harry Smith Budd Obituary
We bid farewell to Harry Smith Budd (Ames, Iowa), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 30, 2026 at the age of 89. Harry touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Harry Smith Budd to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Budd and Mabel Budd (Smith); and his sister Sandra. He is survived by: his wife Barbara Paulsen; his siblings, John (Dawn) and Sara; his sons, Tom (Jenny) and Jim (Mary) of Nevada; his grandchildren, Chris, Corey, Erin, Grace, Sean (Amy), Alex (Zack) and Tabby (Reed); and his great grandchildren, Kennedy, Norah, Thomas and Michael.
To supplement donations to the center, Barb and Harry opened their home "The Santa House" a personal collection of over 40, 000 Santa's to visitors several weeks each holiday season.
