James L. Budd, Jr, 74, of Kansas City, MO passed away May 15, 2017. Jim was preceded in death by his parents James & Veleda Budd and his sister Phyllis Fry. Jim was a member of the USAF and was stationed in Guam and Panama. Jim worked for TWA for 32 years starting at the Space Center in Florida. After TWA he worked 10 years for America Airlines retiring in 2010. Jim loved to travel and go on cruises. He especially loved going to Hawaii. He was a member of Platte Woods United Methodist Church. Jim is survived by his wife Donna, son James Willey, daughter Kandi Willey and brother Bill Budd, Fairfield OH. Memorial service 2:00pm Friday Platte Woods United Methodist Church, Platte Woods, MO. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Family suggests memorial gifts to the church. Services under the direction of White Chapel Funeral Home, Gladstone, MO.
