John (Bud) Cecil, 82, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away September 28, 2015 with his loving wife of 62 years, Marlene, at his side. He is survived by his children: Darlene McAdams (husband Mark), Kevin Cecil (wife Mary), Patrick Cecil (wife Jill) and Haley Beauchamp (husband Evan); along with, his brother Jack Cecil and his wife Barbara; his eight grandchildren Devin McAdams, Angela Myers (husband Steve), Chad Cecil (wife Sydney), John Cecil (wife Lindsay), Katie Coulston (husband Nick), Jordan Beauchamp, Cooper Beauchamp, John Shane Beauchamp, great grandchild Caiden Myers; and, Richard and Jan Nelson (godparents of the family). A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 10^th at 2:00p.m., Linwood Christian Church, 4424 E. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, 46201.

Bud was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his wife, family and grandchildren. Always sharing with them his love for life. Bud was a faithful husband to his wife, and to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ which both were his strength and rock through his life.

Linwood Christian Church was Bud’s second home, enjoying time with so many dear friends. Another caring family in which he could share his love for life. Given the gift of a beautiful singing voice, Bud loved being a part of the church choir. For 29 years he was a member of the gospel group ‘The Messengers Trio’ which performed concerts throughout state, created an album, and had a television guest appearance.

Bud had the innate ability to bring some form of joy to every person he met. Whether it was his smile that brightened the room, his laughter that was contagious, or his warm inviting hugs, Bud had a way of making you feel special. And though we are saddened to lose such a bright light in our lives, we know how blessed we have been, and that he is still loving us from heaven above.