Born on September 21, 1930, in Rutherfordton, North Carolina
Departed April 10, 2023 in Palm Bay, Florida
Boyce William “Bud” Padgett
September 21, 1930- April 10, 2023
Bud Padgett – Long time teacher, coach and principal passed away on April 10, 2023. As a husband, father, and educator, he was loved by all who knew him. He served schools in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. He went on to develop real estate while residing on his beloved Lake Chatuge in Clay County, North Carolina. He was an avid lover of family, boating, reading, and tennis.
He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Carolyn. He will be greatly missed but he is at peace. The visitation will be April 16, 2023 from 1 pm until 3 pm, with a 2 pm service at Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home, Melbourne Florida.
In lieu of flowers, donations can go either to the Brevard Schools Foundation Bud Padgett Memorial Scholarship OR to the William Childs Hospice House.
Marcia Stevenson Ward
from
Henderson April 15, 2023
The memories growing up in Laila Park with our close friends and neighbors, The Padgett's, are precious. My mom and Carolyn were best buds. The 4 Padgett kids and 4 Stevenson kids were always up to something. Bud was our principal at Meadowlane Elementary. He taught me how to water ski during one of our many boating outings. I vividly remember him singing and playing the piano during my visits to their house. Mr. Padgett, as we called him because we were kids then, was a fine man. Education was of the utmost importance in his eyes. I remember being in 4th grade and was sent out of the room to stand in the hall. I was a shy kid and don't remember what I did to deserve that punishment. The principal, Mr. Padgett, walked by and asked why I was there. Through tears, I tried to explain. As he walked away with a grin on his face, he told me I could go back in the room. The things we remember. I am saddened to hear of his passing and pray the hearts of his family and loved ones will find peace through God's Grace. I will miss you, Mr. Padgett.
Born on September 21, 1930, in Rutherfordton, North Carolina