Aileen was born in the Matheson home in Grand River. She grew up in there and became a teacher. She wed her life long love Bob Budd.
Aileen Budd passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at the amazing age of 104 ½. Both Aileen and her late husband, Bob were long-time and faithful members of Knox.
As her children said, “mom was a force to be reckoned with,” full of energy and humour. At 95 she was still working the bake table at the Fall Fair and recounting wonderful stories. She was a devoted wife to Bob until his passing 18
months ago, and a wonderful mother to her son and three daughters and beloved grandmother to her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Aileen Caroline Agnes Budd, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 20, 2026, at Trillium Lodge in Parksville at the age of 104. She was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, Robert James Budd. Aileen leaves behind her four children, Donna, Debbie, Darlene (Dennis) & Frank (Assunta), along with her three grandchildren, Reece, Rylee and Marcus, and several nieces and nephews. All the Budd family would like to extend a special thank-you to all the wonderful, caring staff at Trillium Lodge, where Aileen made her home for the last 2 years. Aileen lived a very social, and charitable life, in the Parksville community. For photos and more details online visit: www.dignitymemorial.com and www.kucparksville.ca.
A service and reception celebrating Aileen’s life will be held at Knox United Church in Parksville on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM. To honour Aileen, please consider a donation to Trillium Lodge in Parksville or to your favourite charity, instead of flowers.
Aileen’s Celebration of Life will be held at Knox United Church on Sunday May 24th at 1:00 pm.
In love and gratitude for a life well lived, Jennifer Ferguson