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James Augustine David Butler

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BUTLER, James Augustine David Born November 21, 1947, and passed away on February 23, 2011 surrounded by his loving family, of Collingswood, NJ. Beloved Husband of Katherine (nee Kennelly). Loving Father of Melissa (Adam) Butler, Elizabeth (Michael Jackson} Butler, Timothy (Stefanie) Butler, and Bridget (Chris) Bielicki. Cherished Poppop to Nicholas and Amanda Geiter and Lucy Bielicki. Brother to Kathy Perloff, Kelly Filo, Carey Batchelder, Shannon Rodefeld and John Butler. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Graduate of Christ the King, Camden Catholic, Manhattan College, and Temple University. Served for 31 years as the track coach of St. John's in Collingswood (now Good Shepherd). Loyal employee of INA/Cigna/Ace Insurance Company, working as a systems analyst for 37 years. Noted wit, avid puzzler, great hand holder. He will be missed by many. Relatives and friends are invited to meet Friday evening from 6:00 to 9:00pm and again Saturday morning from 9:30 to 10:30am at the CRERAN FUNERAL HOME 400 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated 11:00am at St. John's Church, 809 Park Ave. Collingswood, NJ. Interment to be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Jim's name to the charity of your choice. www.creranfh.com

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Published by Courier Post on Feb. 24, 2011.

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Karen Merritt

March 14, 2011

I was saddened to learn of Mr. Butler's passing. It was both a privilege and a pleasure to speak with him over the years. On behalf of Gerrity Baker Williams Inc, I offer our deepest condolences. May wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace.

March 6, 2011

No way to express our sadness. Jim was one of the nicest people you'd ever want to know. Kathy, you and your family have been a presence in our lives a very long time. Keep your memories close. Our love to all.

Grace and Don

Diana Bunting

February 28, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Butler was such a fun good coach. I have a great memories of being on the track team.

Nina Geiter

February 27, 2011

May James rest in peace.

February 25, 2011

Mrs. Butler,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry Brennan
Erin's Grandfather

Karleen Amoroso

February 25, 2011

Bridget & Family:

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Find comfort in knowing that you will have an angel watching over you.

February 25, 2011

Katherine & family,

Very sorry for your loss...I will always remember how generous Jim was to my children and his alma mater at CCHS.May he rest in peace now

Chris Onofrio Magnolia,NJ

Kristin Ways

February 24, 2011

Mrs. Butler and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry for your loss. Your whole class loves and misses you.

Greg Morgenthaler

February 24, 2011

tim and family..so sorry to hear about your loss..you are in our thoughts and prayers..your father was a special man and i will never forget him pushing me harder and harder and teaching me how to throw the shot put in track

Chip Jonczak

February 24, 2011

I was very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a good man who touched so many lives. Our prayers are with you Kathy and your family.

Kevin & Mary Scaglione Doyle

February 24, 2011

We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Praying for your family.

Heather Barnhart

February 24, 2011

My thoughts are with you all and all whom he touched. I am so very sorry for your loss.

George & Carol Stinsman

February 24, 2011

We will miss his humor. George will smile whenever he mows the lawn and thinks of Jim.
The world just became a little sadder.

Dee Jonczak

February 24, 2011

Dear Kathy, and Family,
My heart is truly saddened by this news.

I will never forget Jim’s dedication to the track team at St. John’s. He had so much patience, and was always encouraging. He wanted the kids to have fun. I have such fond memories of all the track meets.

I will always remember Jim’s smile, and his laugh.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. May god give you strength.
Sincerely,
Dee Jonczak

Priscilla Jackson

February 24, 2011

So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Our prayers go out to the entire family.

John & Priscilla Jackson

Len and Joan Jackson

February 24, 2011

Liz, Katherine and Family

Len and I extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. May God bless all of you. We will keep you in our prayers.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

February 24, 2011

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

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