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Mark BUTLER Obituary
Dateline: Gastonia
Mark Butler passed away on November 18, 2021, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was 76 years old.
He was survived by his daughter Katie Sawyer, son-in-law Bobby Sawyer, grandchildren Tripp, Gavin, and Audrey
Sawyer, as well as ex-wife
Jo Anne Butler, who he
remained on good terms with.
Mark was born on February 2, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio. He graduated from Bellbrook High School and was a veteran of the Air Force Reserve. After retiring from Dayton Power and Light, he moved to North Carolina, where he became Papa to his three grandchildren. He took care of them every day and was one of the best parts of their lives.
At Mark's request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of that, his family asks that donations be made to the Disabled American Veterans charity.
A Simple Service Burial and Cremation is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark BUTLER
3 Entries
Diane Lindamood
December 5, 2021
I am sorry to learn of this loss of Mark. He was a classmate of mine. Sending blessings to you and your family at this difficult time.
Barbara Hensley
November 24, 2021
I remember many stories my husband, Doug, told about your dad from their days at Bellbrook HS. Image them hanging out together again!
Susan d. Reed
November 23, 2021
Mark was a very good Family Friend Good Friend of my Brother Tom Reed, & Mine. We all stuck together in School as will as him coming to Our home .
I am glad he was happy & very sorry for his lost to is Family & Friends. God Bless his Family at this very Sad time.
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