Arley Wayne “Bud” Revious left his earthly body to play among the stars on May 7, 2016, the one year anniversary of the passing of his beloved Yorkie, Squirt. Bud was 68 years old.
Bud was born in Fresno, California on November 21, 1947 to Fred and Luvene (Red) Revious. He was the 3rd of 5 children and the first son. The family moved to Spokane Washington when he was 13. Bud attended Lewis & Clark High School and after he graduated he worked for Rosauers and enlisted in the Washington National Guard as a traditional guardsman in September 1966.
Bud met Bonnie Peterson in 1968 and they were married in the Missionary Baptist church on January 11, 1969 in Spokane by Bud’s father. Bud and Bonnie moved to Helena in April that year and he transferred to the Montana National Guard. They had four children; Lloyd, Jason, Darby and Doug. They later divorced.
Bud held several jobs in Helena until he became a full time Active Guard and Reserve (AGR) in 1971. During his military career he earned the Army Reserve Component Medal, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army Reserve National Guard Recruiter Badge and Meritorious Service Medal. Bud’s final assignment was as Inspector General. He was a Major when he retired from the military in August, 1992 after 26 years of service. After he retired from the National Guard, Bud worked as a bartender, a school custodian, a chemical plant manager and the State Emergency Coordination Center coordinator for the State of MT, Department of Military Affairs.
On February 14, 1985 Bud married his kindred spirit, Karen Beck. They spent 31 amazing years together. They had 2 daughters that were born with their angel wings.
Bud was preceded in death by his mother and father, father-in-law Orvin Beck, brother-in-law Jan Beck, infant daughters Callie and Tristyn and Squirt.
Bud is survived by his wife Karen; his children and their spouses Lloyd and Teresa, Bozeman, Jason and Pam, Twin Falls, Darby, Belgrade, Doug and Reagen, Vancouver; mother-in-law, Yvonne Beck, Helena; grandchildren Joshua, Aneasha, Kassianna, Gracie, Colton, Megyn, Birdie and Sophia; great grandson Logan; sister and brother-in-law Laurie and Tom Snow; sister Kay and brother and sister-in-law Keith and Sally all of Spokane; sister and brother-in-law June and Don McConahy, Helena; sisters and brothers-in-law Vivienne Herron Helena, Myron and Marion Beck, Lodi CA, Janet & Dick Nelson, Horseshoe Bay TX; numerous nieces and nephews and “his brother from another mother” Denny Eickert of Montana City.
He was known as “Uncle Bud” to everyone he met and his son Doug summed him up perfectly, “To know him was to love him. He loved hard and laughed harder! Or maybe it was the other way around. He had a charisma that made him a stranger to no one. His heart was so overwhelmingly huge it embraced everyone he came in touch with.”
Bud was a huge Green Bay Packer fan and shareholder. “GO PACK GO”. It would please him if everyone would dress casually and wear their team colors to his memorial service which will be June 2nd at 1:00 at the Veterans Cemetery at Fort Harrison. There will be a reception at the National Guard Service Club following the interment of his ashes.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the charity of your choosing.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Dr. Weiner and the staff at the St. Peter’s Cancer Center for the outstanding care and compassion Bud received in his final years. To Mike and Kathy Buckley and Don and Patti Blixt for making sure Bud was able to go fishing these last few months and Cassie Buckley for sharing Dex the wonder dog.
Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Bud.
Service Schedule
Burial with Military Honors
1:00 p.m.
Thursday June 2, 2016
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Heroe's Rd.
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
Reception
After the Service
Thursday June 2, 2016
Fort Harrison Service Club
On Base
Fort Harrison, Montana 59636
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Christy and Bob says
We are so sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. Bud was such a wonderful caring man and he will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Stubby Williams says
Never a bad moment when Bud was near. Lots of smiles and laughter. What a great man to be around. We feel very fortunate to have shared a small part of his life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Karen, the family and the Den man . Rest in peace Bud. We will meet up again.
Debbie Morrison says
So very sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. I think of all the good times we used to have. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Freddi Haab-Fiedler says
I am sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deb Walter says
Karen & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Will always remember Bud’s infectious smile, always a little devilish. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Bud ? . Deb Walter & Steve Gray.
Sharon Thrailkill Sargeson says
I was sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. He was the first person I talked to when joining the National Guard. He was a very nice person. His smile will be missed.
Jessica says
I’m so sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. He was always so sweet. Whenever I think of my first trip to Virginia City with everyone and Bud dancing with me on the balcony it makes me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee Pittard says
Dearest Karen and Family, words of course, are never enough to console one during a time of such great loss. Please know that we are here for you, thinking of you, and praying for you. We have always cherished the many shared days filled with Buds’ great humor and lovable character! We will miss him so!
Bert English says
BERT AND PHYLLIS ENGLISH
OUR CONDOLENSES ON BUD’S PASSING. WE’LL REMEMBER THE BOATING AT FLATHEAD, SLEEPING ON THE BEACH, SNOWMOBILIING PARTIES. LARGE AMOUNT OF LAUGH’S, AND BUD’S PINCHES.
GOD BLESS KAREN AND FAMILY
Lara & Ron Fowler says
Dear Karen, Lloyd, Jason, Doug, Darby and all of the Family;
Ron and I are so very sorry for your loss. Bud was a wonderful, cheerful person. Always happy and full of life. The object is not to forget, but to remember to go on. Our prayer for you is for the Lord to comfort, sustain, and lift you in these days of sorrow. He will be missed!! We love you and continue to pray for you and the family during this time. Ron & Lara fowler
Nina Backeberg Martello says
Karen & family, so very sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go thru this difficult time. He was such a great guy and he will be missed. Just know that he will always be your “guardian angel” watching over you all. Stay strong and God be with you.
Sysum-Rouane Family says
Karen and family, we were so sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. He will be missed. Our family holds many fond memories from our years of being neighbors! Bud was definitely one of the good guys! May your memories and knowing others care help you find comfort. Our love and prayers -Laurie, Layton, Katie, Gage and Kayden
Randy Mosley says
Karen and family, I am saddened to hear about your loss. Bud was a special person and I will always treasure the times we spent together. He was such fun to be around and a joy to work with. His presence will truly be missed but our memories of him will last our lifetime. Our condolences and prayers for your family. Randy and Sherri
Kent & Girlie Atwood says
We are very sorry to hear Bud has passed. Bud was very helpful to me when I got started back in Montana after I retired from the Navy and I always appreciated that very much. Strength to all your family during this difficult time.
Clete Gregory says
I have very fond memories of working with Bud. Our prayers are with the family. As we say in the Navy….”may you have fair winds and following seas.” Farewell Bud and God Bless your memory and your family.
Butch Renders says
So very sorry for your loss. Bud was the guy when we came to the Fort, he was always their with a smile and hi how are you Butch. Very helpful when on duty or any time he could. He will be missed.
Eric Frank says
So sorry to hear this news. Bud was always that smiling face whenever I stopped in at the State Office or saw him at a function. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.
Ed Auker says
Bud was the guy who reached out to me when I was a new DES Coordinator and made me feel welcome at the fort. I always looked forward to spending time with Bud. I missed him after he retired, and I miss him more now.
Bob Fry says
Very sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. He was always dependable and friendly and had a good joke to tell when things were getting a little stressful around the office. Bud will be missed!
Michelle Van Nice says
Darby, very sorry to read of your Dad’s passing. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy and Buzz Sysum says
We are so sad to hear Bud passed. He was one of the very first people to welcome us to Helena when we moved here 16 years ago and built the first Sysum home nextdoor. He was so very generous. He always made us feel so welcome and special whenever we were in his presence. Our love and prayers to Karen and his family. He will be missed!!
Linda and Dan Gaughan says
Karen and family, sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cj Johnson says
My dearest friend Karen, and family of Bud, I’m so saddened by your loss. I just saw you and had no idea. We had some good times. My deepest condolences to you and family. Cherish the love and happy times.
Cj Johnson says
Bless you and family.
Jens Bolstad says
Karen I was honored/blessed to know Bud. He taught me so much.
I will think of you and Bud forever.
Renae Johansen says
Karen, you and Bud and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We have had some good times with you and Bud! Much love to you.
–Renae, Jackson and Nolan
Ted Pentecost says
Karen so sorry for your loss. Kerri and I will always remember the time we spent with you both. We have such great memories. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Dick & Donna Shockley says
Karen and “brother” Denny, may your grief be soon overwhelmed by the fond memories and warm laughter at recollections of the many fun times. Bud’s big heart and caring attitude was only surpassed by his great sense of humor and ability to spark the fun in all he accomplished.
Your sense of loss is felt by a great many of us whose lives were so positively touched by knowing Bud. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Steve lantz says
Bud will be missed dearly. I am very sorry for our loss. Had some great times working with
Bud and playing horse shoes.
Marissa says
My husband and I wanted to write a brief comment expressing our condolence. Please know that your family is in our prayers. We have personally found much comfort in the Bible’s promise of a resurrection on earth in the near future. (Isaiah 25:8; John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15; Revelation 21:3, 4) Feel free to contact us if you need a listening ear.
Matt & Mary Kunnary says
Dearest Karen and family – Matt & I are so sorry that we were unable to attend Bud’s funeral, we were out of town. We would like to say how sorry we are about your loss. Bud was a great person and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
If in any way we can help, please let us know. God Blessing’s to you and your family.
Matt & Mary Kunnary.
Connie Dalla says
Rest in Love Uncle Bud!
You will be missed.