Arthur (Bud) Hansen, 89, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2018, at VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach, Florida.

He was born in Whitewater, WI, to the late Arthur and Lucielle Simonson Hansen.   After growing up on the farm, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  He spent his working years as an auto body mechanic.  After his retirement he could be found on the golf course or restoring one of many antique John Deere tractors.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 61 years, Frances Hansen nee Bednar; son, Jeffrey (Holly) Hansen; daughter, Lois (Bob) Piekarski, as well as a host of extended family and friends.

Services will be held at a later date.

The family suggests donations be made to the charity of your choice, or the VNA Hospice Foundation, 1110 35 ^th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.

Online condolences may be shared at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.