Kenneth R. "Bud" Waters at 84, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2012 at home in Yuma. He was born on May 17, 1927 in Souix City, Iowa. Bud served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, taught at Rolle, Price and retired as a principal at Pecan Grove School. He was a member at St. John Neumann Catholic Church and the Yuma Golf and Country Club, he enjoyed golf and fishing. Bud is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Madeline Waters; son, C.R (Tracey) Waters; granddaughters, Kaycie and Maddie Waters; grandson, Ryan Waters, brothers and sisters, Dick, Pat, Jimmy, Colleen, Gary; sister-in-law, Judy; his special friend Corky and his golfing buddies. Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Nora Waters. Rosary will be held at St. John Neumann Church on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Mass will follow the next day, March 29, 2012 at 9:00a.m. at St John Neumann Church.