She was born in Augusta on March 26, 1921, a daughter of the late Thomas and Clara (Bilodeau) Giroux.
Mrs. Butler was a communicant of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Augusta.
She had been employed by the State of Maine for several years and also by Bates Manufacturing - Edwards Division for more than 15 years.
Mrs. Butler was pre-deceased by her husband, James Butler, and two sons: Robert and Raymond Butler.
She is survived by a son, Richard G. Butler, and his wife, Patricia, of Richmond; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews.
At her request there will be no public visiting hours. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Cemetery, Townsend Road, Augusta.
Those who desire may make donations in her memory to: Kennebec Valley Humane Society, Pet Haven Lane, Augusta, ME, 04330.
Arrangements are under the direction of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta.
Condolences to the family may be sent via the funeral home website at www.plummerfh.com.
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Noleta Demmons
May 16, 2011
Dick and Pat-
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Out thoughts are with you...Noleta Demmons and Cliff Ennis
Katrina Bachelder
May 16, 2011
To the family of Imelda Butler: I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been taking care of Imelda for going on three years. She was a wonderful resident here at Gray Birch. I know I am not alone when saying she will surely be missed by all. God Bless you and your family. And God rest Imelda.
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