Joseph Lancaster Budd

Biography

Joseph Lancaster Budd, born in 1835, devoted his days to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of agriculture, striving to improve the lives of those at Ames and beyond. His work was guided by a belief in hard work, curiosity, and the power of education.

He passed in 1904, and Ames Municipal Cemetery now gently cradles his memory, serving as a reminder of the thoughtful contributions he made to his community.