It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bud Alex Hammermaster. Surrounded by his family, Bud passed away peacefully in the early hours at the Viking Extendicare on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Bud was born on Dec 3, 1937 north of Bruce at the Family Farm to parents Ralph and Clara Hammermaster. Bud is predeceased by his parents, his sisters: Esther Otto (Ed), Nora Otto (Fred),  brother Ernie Hammermaster (Jean), wife Dolores Siegel, mother and father-inlaw Bert and Lilly Siegal, son-in-laws Leonard Dorash, Lawrence Ewert and grandson Lyndon Dorash.

Bud is survived by his brother Ralph Hammermaster, daughters: Kathy Simmonds, Bonnie Ewert, Brandi Yurko, grandson Ryan Ewert (Janene) and great grandsons: Aiden Ewert, Dylan Ewert and Kenny Dorash(mother Stephanie King). Also the many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bud's impact on those around him was profound. He was a devoted member of the Lutheran Faith and was an organist for many years at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Bruce. Bud had a love for horses and Gymkana. He was President of the Bruce Seniors Centre, and he loved serving coffee in the mornings there.  He was also the Parade director for the Bruce Stampede Association for many years. He played the organ for many different events from weddings to birthdays to funerals. He also sang all over the county with the Holden Singing Group, and so much more.

Bud was passionate about camping and fishing. He also traveled to many rodeos every year.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Viking Extendicare for the excellent care provided to Bud. The family would also like to thank Mary Ryan for being such a wonderful friend to Bud and the family.

A private funeral service will be held in the near future. There will be a link to the funeral service posted after the funeral.