SEARSMONT — Stillman "Bud" W. Whitney Jr., 59, died at home on February 21, 2025, following a short illness, surrounded by family and friends. He was born August 14, 1965, in Rockland, a son of Gertrude H. and Stillman W. Whitney.  

He was predeceased by his father and mother; two brothers, Lincoln Whitney and Laurice Whitney.  

Bud is survived by a brother, Timothy Whitney and his wife Linda of Union; two sisters, Althea Leach and her husband Irvine of Union and Linda Harrington and her husband Bruce of Georgia; his good friends and neighbor Paul and Kate Sweetland and their daughter Mary; and many nieces and nephews.

He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed.

There will be no service at this time - RIP Bud. 

Arrangements are under the care of Riposta Funeral Home. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ripostafh.com