Chester William 'Bud' Marker, 82, of Hutchinson, died August 1, 2018, at Brookdale Senior Living, Hutchinson. He was born, February 12, 1936, in Scott City, to John and Elva (Harper) Marker.

He attended Scott City High School. Chester was a true cowboy, loving his horses and a huge fan of old time country music and western movies. He proudly served in the United States Army. Chester worked at numerous mechanic places and became self-employed doing the same. He also worked for the city of Garden City prior to his retirement and moved with his loving wife Erma to Hutchinson, KS

On July 16, 1965, he married Erma Joyce Giesaking in Garden City. She died November 20, 2012.

Chester is survived by: daughters, Diana Lyons (Ralph) and Vickie Elsey (Virgil), both of Hutchinson; sons, Jeff Marker (LeeAnn), of Hutchinson, and John Marker (Michelle) of Haslet, TX; seven grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Chester was preceded in death by: his parents; wife; son, Rodney Marker; brothers, Lyle, Earl, Orland Gay, and Albert Marker; and sister, Beatrice Walters.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday, August 6, 2018, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E 12th Ave, Hutchinson, with Pastor Henry Blickhahn officiating. Burial will follow at Eastside Cemetery with military honors conducted by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. Memorials may be made to Hospice and Homecare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.