Photo courtesy of Shivers Funeral Chapel
Smithfield, Virginia
May 6, 1935 – Dec 6, 2022
James Howard Butts, 87, of Newport News, VA transitioned on December 6, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. James Howard was born on May 6, 1935 in Sedley, VA to the late Howard and Lucy Ricks Butts. James Howard’s mother Lucy Ricks Butts died 8 days after the birth of him. James Howard...
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I still ride by the house on 27th street I think of him and cousin Vernell ,gone but never forgotten
larry Ricks
December 03, 2023 | Hampton, VA
My deepest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this hard time.
E
December 31, 2022
My condolences to the Butts family, he is a man with wisdom, and his presence will be missed
Mark Bullock
December 14, 2022 | Friend
My condolences to the Butts and Watkins family. I will miss seeing Mr. Butts at different functions, our family had. He was always so positive and comical. (I used to joke with him all the time.) What a blessing he was to his family and friends. Rest, Mr. Butts, you have accomplished your mission here.
Theresa Miles
December 13, 2022 | Hampton, VA | Family
I'm sorry to hear the passing of Mr. Butts. I've known Lucy and Donald for a long time. I met Mr. Butts a few times, he was a very kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Cindy Parks-Norge
Cindy Parks-Norge
December 12, 2022
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
G
December 12, 2022
My condolence goes out to the Butts family. Mr. Butts will forever be known as a wonderful father figure who was always willing lend support to those in need. I will be forever grateful for your valuable words of wisdom. Rest is peace, Johnny Davis
Johnny Davis
December 12, 2022 | Friend
James Howard Butts REST IN PEACE
Larry A, Ricks
December 09, 2022 | Family
Although this doesn’t feel real, I know God has received another precious Angel. My Daddy was the first man in my life that touched my heart. He taught me to drive. He showed me how to pump gas and change a tire. I am a Daddy’s girl. Daddy is resting now in the arms of our Lord. He is probably saying “ I have found that bright side!” Hallelujah! I will always love you Daddy and I am missing my “Ready Freddie”.
Lucy Butts-Watkins
December 08, 2022 | Smithfield, VA