Comments on: Ersten S. “Bud” Dunklau

By: Jane Conger Shaffer

Jane Conger Shaffer — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:48:19 +0000

But was a beloved brother-in-law since 1957, and a beloved uncle to Butler’s and my 3 daughters all of their lives. A true man of integrity, a man who excelled at whatever he attempted, a mentor and example to many a young man in Lincoln, always a good friend and neighbor, and, most important, a wonderful husband and father. I haven’t been to Lincoln since Bud’s death, and I wonder if part of the reason is that when I do go, I will have to face the reality that he is not just down at Road & Track or running an errand. He is not coming back. But how fortunate for me to have known him. I thank Carol for making the choice that made that possible.

By: Andreas A. Schoenwandt

Andreas A. Schoenwandt — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:16:49 +0000

What a testimony to a life well lived! I am following the auction of the little red 356 A here in downtown Marbug, Germany and I can feel what a special man Mr. Dunklau must have been…certainly worthy of emulation. I feel very close to him and as a Registry member regret not having had a chance to meet him. All the more important to not put things off at 66! My heartfelt condolences to his widow Carol and daughter Barbara

By: kelly

kelly — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 02:58:06 +0000

I am so sorry for your loss. I was 15, it was 1970 and I bought a British car. Bud’s knowledge and help kept the car running for more years than it ever should have been on the road. Thanks Bud.

Kelly Shields

By: Larry and Mary Verschuur

Larry and Mary Verschuur — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 02:27:48 +0000

Our sincere condolences to you Carol and to all of the Shaffer family on the loss of your husband, brother-in-law and uncle.

By: Bobby Mersed

Bobby Mersed — Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:52:17 +0000

“Another Lincoln High Job Well Done.”

By: David Beggs

David Beggs — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 20:02:05 +0000

I will always miss stopping just to talk to Bud. I haven’t had a car for him to work on since 1978, but I always kept in touch. He was a wonderful person and a wonderful friend.
My best to Carol and Barbara, he obviously loved both of you very much.
David Beggs

By: Steve Jones

Steve Jones — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 17:47:50 +0000

Another case of don’t put things off. For several years when I would drive by ROAD and TRACK motors I would say to self I need to stop and see Bud. It had been six or seven years. Never did it. What a great Guy. Met him in 70’s when playing with Sprites and Midgets and then lots of info and trick parts when I bought my Civic. He always had time to talk and teach you something.
What a loss.
Steve Jones

By: Randall Dotson

Randall Dotson — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:56:49 +0000

Thanks Bud for all the help with the Porsches through the years. What a great mechanic and friend. RIP. God bless you and Carol.

By: Jeff Lemon

Jeff Lemon — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 14:34:08 +0000

Thanks Bud, For all the help and advice over the years, from tuning my first MG in 1974,loaning me an original Lotus 7 shop manual, to helping me rebuild the engine on my 911, and everything in between. I wouldn’t know as much about cars as I do now without your willingness to pass on your wisdom. Sitting in the shop and talking cars and life with you was always a great way to spend a few minutes or a hours, you will be missed . When anyone asks you to borrow a tool or needs some help or advice, just think WWBD? What would Bud do? Smile with a twinkle in your eyes and help, that’s what Bud would do.