Merle “Bud” Riemenschneider passed away on April 30 at the age of 82. He was preceeded in death by wife Treva, father Dr. M.N., mother Maxine, Brother Earl and sister Linda Sue. He is survived by children Linda, Robert (Cynthia) and Natalie. Grandchildren Jan (Lisa) and Stephen (Alisa) and six beautiful great-grandchildren. He was born in Salida, Colorado and then moved to the Polk County area 40 years ago. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, Ocoee Tennessee. Ocoee Lodge #212 F&AM Masonic lodge, and Scottish Rite. He was currently employed by Cleveland City Schools as a bus monitor and enjoyed working with kids and drivers. A memorial service will be held Thursday May 9 at Serenity of Cleveland Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Visitation 4 – 7 p.m. and service to follow.