Mount Pleasant – Stanley Budrys left his earthly life on June 28, 2015, and was joyfully reunited with his family who was separated in 1941 when they were deported to Siberia.

He was born in Kybartai, Lithuania, on June 9, 1924, the son of the late Ceslovas and Hedwig (nee Ilenda) Budrevicius. At the age of 25, he immigrated to the United States where he became a faithful and active member of St Casimir's Church and met and married his love, Ann Shepikas in 1950.

He was first employed at Belle City Malleable. Later he worked for the City of Racine for 41 years as a chemist and then as the superintendent at The Racine Wastewater Treatment Plant. He served as President of the Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association and was a member of the Water Environment Federation. He also belonged to the Holy Name Society, the Knights of Columbus, and the City of Racine 20 Year Club.

He was proud of his Lithuanian heritage and helped to further political freedom of his homeland. He loved to share stories of his youth in Europe, his escape from Communist oppression and the desire to come to America for a better life.

Along with his enthusiasm for life, his appreciation of freedom, and   strong work ethic, Stan enjoyed World War II history, opera music, photography, aviation, and keeping up with current events. He loved to dance the polka, enjoyed coffee with friends and if they serve dessert in heaven, he will be the first in line. Above all, Stan knew and treasured the true value of family and friends and cherished every moment together with them. His legacy of love, generosity and kindness will be remembered by those who knew him.

Surviving are his devoted wife of 64 years, Ann; his loving daughter, Ruth (Joseph) Mandala; cherished grandchildren, Paul (Kristy) Mandala and Lisa (William) Cummings; and precious great-grandchildren, Noah, Jake, Luke, Evan, Dominic and Alexander. Further survived by sister-in-law, Fatima Budrevicius ; nephew, Edwardas Budrevicius; niece, Marija Burinskas , and their families in Lithuania; cousin, Victor (Janice) Ilenda,  along with other dear relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Edwardas, Vytautas and Paul.

His Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St Lucy's Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave, on Tuesday, July 14, 2015, 11:00am, with Rev. Mark Jones, Rev. John Pulice, and Rev. John Puodziunas concelebrating. Visitation will be at the Church from 9:30am until the time of service. In keeping with Stan's wishes, he will be cremated and a private interment will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery Hwy 32 at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials either to St. Lucy's Church or to your favorite charity.