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for Donald Butler
Tony Zeithammel
December 10, 2010
Dear Marge and Family
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I just learned of Don's passing as I was looking through the Enquirer on line. Don was an absolutely great human being. I so much appreciated the opportunity Don gave me in the early 1970s by allowing me to work at Redwood & Ross part time while attending KCC. I enjoyed working for Don and will never forget him.
Rob Amstutz
December 9, 2010
Uncle Don was one of my favorites. I remember one time we stopped to see them right before my daughter's second birthday. Uncle Don thought we should have her practice blowing out candles so he lit them, we sang Happy Birthday, and she blew them out after several tries. Then he thought we should do it again. So we did. We probably did this 10 more times singing the complete "Happy Birthday" song first then had her blow out the candles. Then later on, Deb, Pat, and James came over, so we had to do it all over for them several times. I think we went through an entire book of matches.
Susie Ure Hopkins
December 9, 2010
Dear Marge and Family,
So sorry to hear about Don. What a wonderful and sweet man he was! We were blessed to know him and I know my parents, Danny & Annie Ure, treasured the friendship that they had with you and Don over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we hope that you are comforted by the Lord's love during this holiday season.
God bless! Love, The Ure Family
Ron and Mary Ann Hodge
December 9, 2010
Don was such a part of our local community that the neighborhood will never be the same without him. For over 26 years he was our friend and neighbor. He was always there with a smile and a kind word, and he was like a grandpa to our daughter Sarah. We will surely miss him.
Tara (Anderson) Lulich
December 8, 2010
I feel so fortunate that Don was a part of my childhood and will forever hold memories of my rides on Redwood & Ross's circular racks very close to my heart. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
We will miss you Don
Eric,Penny and Brett Bush
December 8, 2010
Marge and family we are sad to hear of your loss of a Wonderful Man. We will miss his Smile,Hugs and Neighborly walks and talks. Spoke of you all with much pride and love in his heart. Photo I have added was taken on Aug 16, 2010 Don came down to visit our grandbabies that were in town. He had a way with even the youngest. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristin Markovich Wilkey
December 8, 2010
Not only was Don the best dressed man in Battle Creek but he was also one of the sweetest, he was a man who genuinely cared about people and he will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, may your memories bring you comfort.
S. Donna Butler
December 8, 2010
Dear Marge and family,
Know that you are in my prayer in this time of sorrow and loss.
Lindsey Simmons
December 8, 2010
I know Don "Papa" through his youngest grandson Brian who I am dating. Papa was such an amazing man and blessed the life of so many people. I am truly blessed to have known him and he will always be in our thoughts. My thoughts and prayers are with Nana and the entire family.
December 8, 2010
Just days before the Felpausch store moved I had the pleasure of a long conversation with Don. We reminisced about many things from days gone by.I first met Don At Two Legs and learned early on that you were a friend forever.
He was a true merchant who truly cared for his customers. Something you seldom see today. I later owned a retail business and know that Don showed me how to treat the customer.
I will miss our many converstions over the years. His caring ways can be a lesson to all of us. Thank you Don!
Blessing to your Family.
Jerry and Barb Robinson
December 8, 2010
We are so sorry to hear for you loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Dustin and Morgan (Swartzle) Porter
Mike and Nancy Olmstead
December 7, 2010
Dear Deb and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how hard it is, but your family was so lucky to have him in your lives. Once again, we are so sorry. Our thoughts are with you and yours.
Jerome Grumeretz
December 7, 2010
Thru your daughter Diana, I've had the pleasure knowing the sisters and some of the grandkids. What a beautiful family! I've also had the honor of knowing both Don & Marg. May God bring peace to all of you. I will do my best to make it back to BC and see you all.
Cathy Crandell
December 7, 2010
Dear Marge, So sorry to hear of your loss. Don was a wonderful man and blessed everyone's life who knew him. I just wanted you to know you have both touched the lives of everyone at Lakeview Laundry and I feel blessed to have had both of you in my life.
Love Cathy,Pat and the rest of the staff of lakeview laundry.
December 7, 2010
I will always remember his broad smile and welcome at the store.
For us teens and college guys looking for cool clothes, Don was always patient. Our deep sympathy.
Mike and Carol McVeigh
Irvine, CA
Jim Smith
December 7, 2010
I knew Don for years while attending WK &
BCHS. What a personality to go with that smile.
bchs
Ken and Judy Klostermann
December 7, 2010
Dear Marge and family,
Judy and I send our deepest sympathies to you. We felt blessed to have you as neighbors during our eight years in Battle Creek. We will always be appreciative of the fact that, no matter how busy Don was or what he was doing, he would always have time to talk to our son Chris as he was growing up. He truly was interested in everyone he met. We will keep you in our prayers.
Uncle Don will always be very special to me.
Rick Butler
December 7, 2010
Bill Halstead
December 7, 2010
I remember Don with great affection. Going to Redwood was not shopping but visiting a friend. He always had time to discuss the events of the day. A master of his craft and a wonderful gentleman. He will be missed. Please accept my sincere condolences.
December 7, 2010
Dear Margaret and family
Tad and Vicki Ralston
December 7, 2010
Deb and Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary O'Keefe
December 7, 2010
Love and miss you forever, papa.
Mary O'Keefe
December 7, 2010
Love and miss you forever, papa.
December 7, 2010
Many people touch our lives and move on, but Don remains in the hearts of many.(He also gave the best hugs) It has been a privilege to shared a bit of Don's life.
Love to all,
Paul and Carole Orr
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