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Paul Butner Obituary

Paul A. Butner, age 53, of Long Beach left us on Friday, January 28, 2011 in Gulfport.

He was born in New Orleans and was a longtime resident of Long Beach. He was a loving father, a great friend, and an avid fisherman.

Paul was preceded in death by his mother and father, Delores and Charles Butner; a sister, Charlotte and brother, Phillip Butner.

He is survived by his daughter, Karen Butner, sister, Jenny (Steven) McCaleb, and brother, Bruce Butner, all of Long Beach; a brother, Allen (Vicki) Butner of Petal, brother, Ralph (Emma) Butner of Germany; his Godparents, Bill and Barbara Barnhill of Kiln, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and wonderful friends.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 3, 2011 from 11 am until 12 noon at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport. A graveside service follows at 12:30 p.m. at Biloxi National Cemetery with military honors.

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Published by The Sun Herald on Feb. 2, 2011.

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karen butner

January 28, 2012

Today makes a year since you left us all! You will be missed forever.. love always Karen

your daughter karen

April 21, 2011

I miss you alot tonight!

David Butner

April 19, 2011

Hey Uncle Paul,
Man the surfing up there must be amazing! We only crossed paths a hand full of times but I have enough good memories and laughs to last me a lifetime. Thanks a for being a cool uncle. I was only out there a short time but it made my trip out to Mississippi worth while. I am glad to have been able to spend the time with you that I did. I know you will be the first one to greet me if I get into the gates. Lets just put it this way.....when I see a tractor on the road it makes me think of all the good times we spent on your tractors. You'll always be my meter reader.
P.S. NO 4 baby!!! Roll Tide!!

karen butner

February 24, 2011

~you are the light amongst my darkness~

Timothy Barnhill

February 9, 2011

You are missed dearly..I too miss those late night calls, fish talking, cars, boats, where there catching them..
Biggest of Big Men
Miss You and Love You

Michelle Walker

February 9, 2011

God, our Father, we ask you to bring Paul Butner into your loving presence, and send comfort to his loved ones. In Jesus name, we pray.

karen butner

February 9, 2011

Samantha MacNicol

February 8, 2011

Paul, I have known you and your family since I moved here from Scotland over 18yrs ago. You were a honest, strong man that over came many odds. You and Tammy have always made me feel welcome and loved. Please continue to watch out over us. Rest in peace Mr.Paul

karen butner

February 8, 2011

dear dad,
I miss you like crazy! Im gonna miss our late night calls, and you teaching me how to fish. Im just going to miss you period! Watch over me, and continue to guide me in the right direction from up above. I know your enjoying that boat ride right now without me....we will meet again in time, but until then I love you and miss you

Barbie Seals

February 6, 2011

I grew up seeing Mr. Paul often as he and my dad Eddie were good friends. I am glad to have known him. My children even took a liking to him only seeing him occasionally. I am so sorry for the loss of this great man.

DONNIE SIMMONS

February 5, 2011

sorry for your loss Karen ,I'll be keeping you in my prayers

Jenny McCaleb

February 5, 2011

Dear Brother, its hard to believe your gone, but not forgotten. I'll miss our late night talk's and your drive by visits before you head to Mark's house for Pizza:):):):). You left us with your beautiful daughter (Karen) who will make you proud. We are blessed with a lot of good memories from our past to hold in our hearts, I'll miss your smile and laughter, you were a sweet hart of a brother. We were not ready to let you go, but God had other plans for his Angel's, now you can rest in peace. I'll love you for ever your sister Jenny

Brittany Butner-Julian

February 4, 2011

Uncle Paul you will be greatly missed.... Rest in peace and we will miss those ripped $20 bills. WIll be visiting your graveside and placing flowers and maybe a ripped bill on it. Love you and tell dad we love him and miss him.

Mary McKenna Carter

February 3, 2011

You were the first one to ever take me to a Drive Inn movie 37 years ago and supper at Burger King. You were my first sweetheart. Even though our paths separated, and I introduced you to Kim,you now have a beautiful daughter to watch over and protect. I know you will make a great guardian angel for her. Rest In Peace Paul

Al Poillion

February 3, 2011

I'll miss you, my friend. Rest in peace. Al Poillion

Judy Chinn

February 3, 2011

Paul after all of these years I always thought of you as a dear friend. When I think of you now, I will be sad that I didn't get to see you one more time.

chris seymour

February 2, 2011

paul you will be forever in our hearts.old frends cannot be forgotten as long as you live in our hearts and memories.may peace be with you.to the family and tammy i hope god brings you healing and peace and lightens your greif your friends chris and anthony

Diane & Bill Streets and the Alexander Family

February 2, 2011

So sorry to hear about your loss. I understand your grief. I hope all of you pull trough this tragedy. I love you all.

TAMMY GUNTER

February 2, 2011

BABY THERE ARE NO WORDS FOR ME. IVE NEVER LOVED ANYONE AS MUCH AS I LOVE YOU. THEIR IS A HUGE EMPTY WHOLE IN MY HEART ONLY YOU WHERE ABLE TO FEEL. NOW IM BUSY THINKING OF ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES YOU HAVE BLESSED MY LIFE WITH . THANK YOU FOR BEING THE MAN OF MY LIFE I LOVE YOU PAUL TODAY TOMORROW AND UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN. LOVE ALWAYS YOU BEST FRIEND.

Loida Valdez

February 2, 2011

No more tears and No more pains..Rest in Peace Paul Butner..God Bless You..

Lori and Rory T. Galin

February 2, 2011

Paul was a dear and close friend to my husband and I over the years. My husband Rory grew up with Paul. Paul was a good person who was always there for his friends. We enjoyed his humor, his friendship and Paul for himself. We want his family to know they and Paul will be in our prayers. Bruce...Allen...you both are in out thoughts at this time...he is in heaven and we all know that is a better place than here...god bless you [email protected]

Kris & Angela Molloy

February 2, 2011

No longer in our physical presence, but Paul will be remembered fondly and missed. Thanks fro being a Great Neighbor and Friend.

Bridgette Butner-Patrick

February 2, 2011

Reast in Peace Uncle Paul. You will be greatly missed.

Toni Cruthirds

February 2, 2011

Paul will live forever in the hearts and minds of those who love him.

Andrew Jake Mladinich III & Sons

February 2, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carlo Regaliza

February 2, 2011

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Mr. Butner's death. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. With sincere sympathy, Biloxi VA Oncology Staff

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

February 2, 2011

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

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