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Thomas Butscher Obituary

Butscher, Thomas W. Died on January 7, 2013, at the age of 82. Dear husband of Mary Anne (nee Slatky). Father of Anne (Joe) Rice, Cathy (Joe) Ethington, Mary Beth (Jack) Wisniewski, Charles (Rita) Butscher, Michael (Mary) Butscher, Clare and Hans Christensen and the late Joe (Jennifer) Butscher. Beloved Bopi to Sarah, Elizabeth, Rachel, Alex, James, Greg, Kevin, Tom, Melissa, Jennifer, Maria, Kayla, Lexie, Josh, Luke, Maggie, Grace and Sophie. Visitation at the funeral home from 4-7 PM on Friday, January 11, and again at ST. EUGENE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7600 North Port Washington Road, in Fox Point, on Saturday, January 12, from 9 10:15 AM with the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the St. Eugene Grade School would be deeply appreciated. Tom proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. His greatest loves in life were his faith and his family.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 9, 2013.
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Dear Mrs. Butscher and Family

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Butscher. Throughout decades of friendship with the Butscher kids, the great love of and respect for Mr. Butscher was always obvious. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and may all of the fond memories ease your pain.

Robert McCabe

January 14, 2013

Dear Mrs. Butscher and Family,
I bet my dad and yours are swapping fish stories right now. Wishing you the best as you recall the fond memories and mourn your loss. Respectfully,

Susan Chase

January 14, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Tom and regret that I was able to attend the service. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Charlene Chapman

January 13, 2013

Please accept my sincere sympathy regarding the passing of Mr. Butscher. I have fond memories of growing up at St. Eugenes with Joey and always seeing the Butscher family at mass.

Beth Mulcahy-Elardo

January 12, 2013

To Anne and all of the Butscher family,
May you find peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Lori and Joe Kampschroer, Ellen and Melanie

Lori Kampschroer

January 11, 2013

While this is a very very sad week for all who knew Tom and for the Butscher family, God's Kingdom has a special place for Tom. Rest in God's eternal peace.

Scott Godden

January 11, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Deb Fritsche

January 11, 2013

I send my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry for your loss.

Andrew Docktor

January 10, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss in the Butscher family. Although I did not know Tom well, I knew his children and through them it was obvious he was a remarkable man. My prayers are with the family

Marcia Hovorka

January 10, 2013

Mary Ann, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends. Tom was a great man. I have many fond memories of hunting and fishing with him.
God bless you Mary Ann and your family.

We are thankful for all that you mean to us Cathy and Joe, and Chuck and Rita

Craig and Nancy Brost

January 9, 2013

We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. I will always remember what a kind, fun loving man he was. Cherish the wonderful memories. Thoughts and prayers are with you all

Ralph and Mary Ellen Biamonte

January 9, 2013

So sorry for your loss. He was a great man and will be missed. Sending you all love and prayers.
Kathy Nowicki and Don Mayer

January 9, 2013

So sorry to hear of Tom's death. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. He was a great husband, father and grandfather. Love one and all. John and Anne Delwiche

January 9, 2013

So sorry to hear about this, but what a wonderful life he had. Love to all -

Barbara Haig

January 9, 2013

Dearest Butschers, what an amazing family you have. Traditions, love and values all led by this man. So much to be thankful for. Our prayers of comfort for all of you, especially Chuck, Rita, Melissa, Jennifer and Maria.

The Braziers

January 9, 2013

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