Wallace "Bud" Ramon Webb

Wallace “Bud” Webb of Mansfield, Texas, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 92.

Bud was born on January 19, 1934, in Vernon, Texas, to William Roy and Peggy Webb. He often spoke fondly of his childhood there with his two brothers – Roy Glen and Jerry Don - a large extended family and lifelong childhood friends. He played football throughout high school, spent long summer days at the community pool, and especially treasured time with his grandmother. Even after his parents moved to Lubbock while he was in college, Vernon remained home in many ways. Friends and his grandmother were still there, and Bud would hitchhike back and forth from Lubbock to visit them frequently. He remembered those years as a wonderful time filled with family, friendship, and adventure.

Bud served four years in the United States Navy during the Korean War in the Mediterranean Sea as an electronics technician aboard the USS Intrepid. Following his military service, he attended Texas Tech University, graduating in 1960 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics. He received his Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Colorado State University in 1968.

Bud built his career during the early years of the computer industry, beginning as a computer engineer with IBM. He later managed computer operations for cotton compresses in Lubbock and Levelland, Texas, before moving into higher education. At South Plains College in Levelland, he spent eight years teaching and overseeing the college’s computer center. He later joined Bee County College in Beeville, Texas, where his roles grew to include computer operations, teaching programming, and mentoring students. He ultimately concluded his career there as Vice President of Administrative Services.

Teaching came naturally to Bud, both professionally and at home. He was patient, knowledgeable, and generous with his time, and he loved nothing more than sharing what he knew. Over the years, he taught his daughters, grandchildren, students, friends, and anyone willing to listen how to drive a car or boat, change a tire, fish, build, repair things, program a computer, and countless other skills. He loved being the guru and could happily spend hours explaining, advising, and helping someone solve a problem.

Bud was endlessly curious and creative. Throughout his life, he was happiest when he was building, designing, fixing, creating, or learning something new. At his and Jimmie’s retirement lake home in Kingsland, Texas, he built decks and even an entire apartment over their garage. He made sculptures and became a silversmith, creating jewelry for the women in his life, especially Jimmie and his daughters. He had an extraordinary range of hobbies, and once he felt he had mastered one, he was usually ready to move on to the next challenge.

That same generosity was evident throughout his life. Bud was always ready to help someone who needed it, whether by offering his knowledge, his time, his skills, or something more tangible. Over the years, he gave cars to his children, friends, and others who needed a helping hand, never making much of the gesture himself.

Bud and his wife, Jimmie, shared 65 years of marriage and a friendship that was at the center of both of their lives. They were truly each other’s best friends. Countless hours were spent together over cups of coffee, talking about life, philosophy, family, and whatever subject had captured their interest that day. Their daughters and friends often joined those conversations, which could stretch on for hours and became part of the rhythm of family life.

More than anything, Bud will be remembered for the way he made people feel. He was deeply loved by family and friends throughout his long life. Those who knew him will remember his bright smile, quick sense of humor, generous spirit, curious mind, patient nature, and beautiful blue eyes.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, William Roy and Peggy Webb, and his older brother, Roy Glen Webb.

He is survived by his wife, Jimmie Webb; his three daughters, Terri Blackmon, Ruth Darrow, and Ramona Christison; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; his brother, Jerry Don Webb; and many extended family members and friends who loved him dearly.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses, caregivers, and entire staff at Isle at Watercrest in Mansfield for the kindness, care, and compassion they showed Bud and his family during his final days.

Family and friends will be invited to gather for a memorial service at a later date and location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Bud’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.