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LaVerne BUTLER Obituary
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for LaVerne BUTLER
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Mary Lou Howard
July 5, 2023
Bro Butler, it´s now 7/6/2023.it´s a very exciting time to be alive awaiting our soon to return Savior. U meant so much to me as my pastor and to my young sons Brandon & Joshua. I know ur at the feet of Jesus. Mary Lou
harold haeberlin
December 20, 2022
The first time we saw Bro butler was on tv and I thought it was Phil Silvers. We loved this man of God and his family ever since. Loved working with him in all area's of ministry including TV.
LeGrande family
Larry LeGrande
October 22, 2011
Dr. Butler had an incredible impact on my life. Thanks to the all the Butler family. [email protected] Serving INDONESIA for Christ since 1989,
December 30, 2010
His influence in my life was through his son, David. We know he will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with the Butlers during this time. With much love, the Redmond family
Fred Farber
December 25, 2010
Bro. Butler was my family's pastor at Keck Ave. Baptist Church in Evansville Ind. Bro. Butler baptized me July 1956 at the age of 9. He was trully a man of God and I loved to hear his messages from the word of God. I remember Sandra but not David or Rick. My condolences to the family.
Fred Farber, son of Sarah Farber.
December 24, 2010
My life was changed in many ways as a result of knowing Bro. Butler. May the family know and experience God's comfort in a special and powerful way.
II Corinthians 1:3-5
Millie Haar
December 24, 2010
My life was changed in many ways as a result of knowing Bro. Butler. May the family know and experience God's comfort in a special and powerful way.
II Corinthians 1:3-5
Ron Shaw
December 22, 2010
I was enrolled in the Cradle Roll at the age of 6 weeks in 1942 at 9th & O. It was the only church I knew until I left for college and military service. I was acquainted with every pastor from then until 1974 when I moved to Texas. Bro. B left a legacy as no other did as can be witnessed by reading the remembrances.
At funerals he told families to hold on to the memories of their loved one to ease their grief. To his family I can recommend this because I know it works. You have my sympathy in this dark hour. but we know he is enjoying his reward in Heaven and time with Jesus.
Brenda Stephens
December 21, 2010
I knew Dr. Laverne and Lillian Butler when they were members of Northside Baptist Church in Mayfield, KY. Shirley
and family, I am sorry for your loss.
Ron and Sharon Karroll
December 21, 2010
Shirley and family.
Brother Butler was always a loving, caring, and generous man. As a pastor he was always energetic and wanting to move forward by adding to the Kingdom of God. He always preached the Truth of the Bible and told it like it is. Sandy, David, and Rick, may the legacy of your father be carried on through you. As you each grieve in your loss may you also draw strength knowing that Brother B. was greeted by "WELL DONE, MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT.
WE Love the Butler family
Dr.Billy Vinson
December 21, 2010
Thanks to Bro. b. message Will the Cicle be broken I came to Know Jesus as my savior.I was called to the ministry under his pastoring and had the honor to serve on staff with him at 9th and O Ill always remember sweet hour of prayer >You will be missed
December 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during such a great loss. The fond memories of Bro. Butler and his family are forever in our hearts. Bro. Butler laid that firm foundation that has enabled us to serve the Lord through all times, good and bad. Bro. Butler will be truley missed. We are sure that he is dancing in the streets of Heaven. Victory in Jesus!
The Hallinan Family
Linda Hogan
December 21, 2010
Shirley and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith help you through this difficult time.
December 21, 2010
Bro Butler was a man who truly loved God and people. He was such a blessing to my husband, Doyle and myself as we served on staff with him at Ninth & O Baptist. Our love and prayers are with the family.Love, Doyle & Carolyn Eddings
Mike Routt
December 21, 2010
For the past 30 years, Laverne has been a friend, mentor, and hero of the faith. He played a huge role in the Conservative resurgence in the SBC. As he would say, he was "conservative before it was cool to be a conservative." He was a dynamic preacher, a visionary leader, and a staunch defender of the "faith which was once for all delivered to the saints." Our loss is heaven's gain!
DENNIS SPEARS
December 20, 2010
GOD BLESS THE BUTLER FAMILY . I REMEMBER BRO. B THE MOST AS ENCOURGING US TO STUDY THE WORD OF GOD ON OUR OWN . MY SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS MEMBERS CAN NOT BELIEVE HOW MUCH I KNOW WHEN WE HAVE BIBLE TRIVIA CHALLENGES . I ALWAYS REMIND THEM WHO LED ME DOWN THE PATH OF WANTING TO SEEK THE LIVING WORD OF GOD . I OWE THE ENTIRE BUTLER FAMILY A HUGH DEBT OF GRATITUDE . BRO B ... WELL DONE FAITHFUL SERVANT , REST IN PEACE . I LOVE YOU ALL .
Allen Bonnell
December 20, 2010
Bro. Butler was my father in the faith. I came to know the Lord through the bus ministry. Through the years Bro. B continued to invest in my life. The Lord called me into the ministry, and Bro. B was always there to encourage and challenge me. Last Fall He surprised me with a visit to our current church. At a time when his health was failing, he continued to pour into my life. For that I am eternally grateful. The family has our prayers. Just another bus kid, Allen Bonnell.
Burt and Gale McGaughey
December 20, 2010
Bro. Butler--truly a man of God. He served the Lord whenever, wherever and however the Lord directed. We learned much from him as our pastor and as we served alongside him on the staff of 9th & O Baptist Church and school. His leadership and counsel were always invaluable and we have recalled both many times in the past 20 years.
Love and blessings to you, Butler family; thank you for sharing your dad with us.
December 20, 2010
Bro. Butler was my pastor as a teenager growing up in West Frankfort, ILL. He was a true saint of God and I know He's glad to have him home to give him his eternal reward. My prayers are with the family and Shirley. Love to all of you!
Sharon Kay Howell (Tyler, TX)
Kim Sweazy-McCoy
December 20, 2010
Bro. Butler was there the day I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior, he was also the one who baptized me a couple of weeks later. A great man, I looked up to as a child and an adult. I know God was ready to have this wonderful man home with him. He is happy and at peace, my prayers are with his family. May their pain ease with time and know he is still with them and watching over them.
Dana Settles-Davis R.N.
December 20, 2010
He was one of the best Pastors in the Louisville area. I graduated from 9th & O Christian School in 1980. He was always there for us if we needed him. He has gone on to his well deserved reward. Bless you Bro. Butler.
Marisa Balter
December 20, 2010
Although we only met a handful of times, I will miss Brother Butler very much. He was a great man who put a smile on my face everytime I saw him. My condolences to the Butler family, may you remember the loving memories this holiday season and remember that he is still with you, enjoying every moment, only now has a better seat.. Rest in Peace Brother Butler.
denise ewing-vaughn
December 19, 2010
i will never forget Bro Butler......when i was a child and even when i became a parent i learned so much from him as well as his family.they are all awesome people . I do know they are having one big party up in heaven so many good people are there with him now..even my dad..im jealous....bro butler u will be missed
Randy Sweazy
December 19, 2010
Dr Butler was always so happy and full of life. Who can forget the orange sports coat @ halloween, or the yellow one @ Easter. His leagcy lives on in all that went to school @ 9th & 0
John Warren
December 19, 2010
One of the most profound influences in my early life; an influence that will endure until my end.
Kendra Cook-Penn
December 19, 2010
Laverne was my pastor as a child & I've always considered him my pastor even as an adult. I loved him & will miss him. He was an honorable man with a love and passion for Christ. Kendra Cook Penn
Alan & Linda Vance
December 19, 2010
He was truly a great man of God and leader. He will be missed. Our prayers to all of the family. Alan & Linda Vance.
Mike Outland
December 19, 2010
David, Gayle, Rick and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Butler. When I think about the Butler family I remember a family that loved and served Jesus. I know Laverne is at the feet of Jesus today. Our loss is certainly Heaven's gain. May God comfort all of you during this time is my prayer.
Tim Sneed
December 19, 2010
I grew up and attended Ninth and O under Bro. Butler as the pastor. I remember him as a very caring man of God. He will be truly missed but never forgotten. He baptized me in the old church and his son Rick was a great influence on my life. Sad but happy he has gone to be with the Lord. My sympathy goes to the loving family of Bro. Butler during this time of loss.
Janice (Ferguson) Poston
December 19, 2010
I attended 9th & O School and heard Dr. Butler speak many times. He was an excellent preacher. I was saved under his ministry, His sons also spoke in many of our chapel services and visited new converts. He was a wonderful man of God who left a great legacy. My deepest condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed, but we will see him again.
December 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley,David,Rick and Sandy. Many great and wonderful memories from West Frankfor,Il. He was truly a wonderful pastor and friend. Love you all. Joe & Kay Howell
Harold and Ann Haeberlin
December 19, 2010
He was fine pastor and a great preacher of The Word. He will be remembered with respect and love. Many people will be in heaven because of his witness. We will miss him.
Debra Jones Standridge
December 19, 2010
Our Family went to Ninth & O while I was growing up.I am happy that I had that time listening to Brother Butler,I know this great man of God is where he he longed to be standing in front of his maker while he say's well done my good and faithful servant.He spent his life making sure others knew the way . Glory to God for for this Saint.
December 19, 2010
Scott and I met while students at Ninth & O Christian School. We were later married. Dr. Butler was there as pastor and led many of our Chapel services. We always knew he loved his students. You are all in our prayers. Sheila Badger
December 18, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of Brother Butler passing. My Mom and I attended 9th and O for several years and thought the world of Brother Butler. I will never forget him,
Glorena and Ersie Sanders
Elizabeth (McConnell) Oglesby
December 18, 2010
I had the pleasure of attending Ninth & O Baptist Academy while Dr. Butler was the pastor there at the church. I knew both of his sons and had the pleasure of his daughter-in-law as a teacher there, twice. My thought and prayers go out the the Butler family.
Jim Richards
December 18, 2010
From Camp Zion in Myrtle, Miss. to SBC convention floor debate, LaVerne Butler's legacy will continue to live on in the lives of those he influenced. Count mine as one among them.
Dick Gatz
December 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Diane Porter
December 18, 2010
My prayers are with the family.
December 18, 2010
I followed Laverne at the Keck Ave. Baptist Church, Evansville, where he was the first pastor.
God bless you: Sandra, David and Rick.
Hughlan Richey, Madisonville
Carolyn Muse
December 18, 2010
God bless the entire Butler family. Thank you for sharing Bro B. with us for a few years. My entire family loved him dearly. He showed us so maany spiritual truths and in a straight forward way. He was so loving and kind to young and old alike. We will miss him but know he is rejoicing with his Lord & Savior.
Lisa McBride
December 18, 2010
May 1988 was my graduation from Ninth & O Baptist. It was a special service due to it being Dr. Butler's last service there also. He will be missed by many.
Cathy Swiger-Lincoln
December 18, 2010
I remember Dr. Butler from Ninth & O Baptist Church. He came to our home when we were little kids and talked to our mom. We attended for years and missed Dr. Butler when he left. I remember David and Rick as well. I have not attended church regularly since leaving Ninth & O but am communing with my Lord on a regular basis. Dr. Butler was a great man! He baptized me when I was 11 years old - 34 yrs ago. My condolences to the entire family.
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