Henry "Bud" Junker Jr

Henry "Bud" Stancliff Junker, Jr. passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. Born on September 10, 1944, Bud was the son of Henry and Frieda (Rheynard) Junker. He grew up in Otsego and graduated from Otsego High School in 1962.

A hardworking and determined man, Bud owned and operated Bud's Delivery Service for many years before retiring from Haworth. Retirement didn't slow him down; he soon returned to the road he loved, driving trucks for Harding's Market and enjoying the familiar rhythm of the work.

In his younger years, Bud found excitement on the flat tracks, racing his 250 Harley Sprint. He excelled in the sport and carried that passion for motorcycles throughout his life. Beyond racing, Bud enjoyed the outdoors-fishing, hunting, and tending to his garden. He also loved settling in to watch NASCAR races, always cheering on his favorites.

Bud is survived by his children Henry (Barry) S. Junker III, Bart Junker, Marnie Junker, and Mary Beth Denton of Indiana; his sister Darlene Hampton; his brothers Jeff and Jay Junker; many nieces and nephews; 11 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother, Carol Junker; and his sister, Jayne Junker-Stannard.

Cremation has taken place according to Bud's wishes. A graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial contributions be made in Bud's name to Wings of Hope Hospice or the Otsego VFW Dad's Club.

While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Bud's guestbook and/or share a memory with his family.

The Junker family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes and Cremation Society, 120 South Woodhams Street, Plainwell, MI 49080. 269-685-5881