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MaKenzie Butler Obituary

MaKenzie Peyton Butler, two years old, of Hewitt, lost her battle with cancer Oct. 24, 2009, at home with her family by her side. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Western Heights Baptist Church with Pastor Shelton Markham officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. She was born July 26, 2007, to Wendy Paige Butler. God gave MaKenzie to us for only a short while but her love and kisses, and her smile and laughter will stay in our hearts forever. MaKenzie was like a ray of sunshine. She touched everyone who met her. She will be dearly missed by all. MaKenzie is survived by her mother, Wendy Butler; her brother, Cameron of Hewitt; her grandparents, Mario and Frances Saenz of Waco;three aunts, Amy Londenberg and husband, Jaime, of China Spring, Stephanie Hamlin and husband, George, of Woodway, and Tiffany Johnston and husband, Clint, of Robinson; two uncles, Mario Saenz Jr. and Brandon Saenz of Waco; and cousins, Caulin, Cody, and Courtney Londenberg of China Spring, Dylan and Addison Hamlin of Woodway, Brittany Gohring and husband, Stephen, of Robinson, and Brooklyn Heard of Hewitt. The family would like to thank everyone who contributed with food, cards, donations, gifts, and especially their prayers. Please sign the register book at www.gracegardensfh.com. July 26, 2007 - October 24, 2009 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Oct. 26 to Oct. 27, 2009.
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Wendy,Cameron, and Family,
This is Ashleigh. I just wanted to say that I am sooo sorry about MaKenzie. She inspired me to live life and never to let anything stand in the way of my dreams.

Love always,
Ashleigh

Ashleigh Stotts

November 15, 2009

Wendy, Bless your heart. Losing anyone is hard and when it is your own child it seems unthinkable. Dec will be 12 years since I lost mine, and through the grace of god and seeking deeper meaning as to the higher purpose of my daughters life I have found peace and solice. My wish for you is that your pain is short and your purpose is strong. Much love to you and your family during this time.
Namaste'
Brenda Braden Austin Tx

October 30, 2009

I'm so sorry for the loss of your baby. Illnesses like this are the hardest to cope with, dear, and no rationalization will help you understand why this angel was taken. Just live your days knowing this precious spirit will remain with you always.

B Cabrera

October 27, 2009

Our prayers and sympathy are with you Wendy and the family in the lost of sweet Makenzie. May the Grace of God be with you. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort in your time of sorrow. My God continue to strengthen and keep you in these times. With Love Ms Fay Turner and Denise Turner Taylor

Fay Turner

October 27, 2009

I just wanted to express my condolences to you and your family and may the beautiful memories of MaKenzie forever radiate in your home and hearts. I pray that God gives you a comfort of peace during this time and in the days ahead. I will continue to lift you up in prayer. (Just felt compelled to leave a message)

Gaynell Benson

October 27, 2009

Wendy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you, Cameron, Frances, Stephanie, Amy and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Gist-Bohannon

Dawn Gist-Bohannon

October 27, 2009

Wendy & Cameron,
Through Stephanie I have followed your journey with MaKenzie. I will keep you both in my prayers during this difficult time. Makenzie touched more people in her 2 short years than many people do in a long lifetime. May God watch over you and comfort you.

Rebecca Nickell

October 27, 2009

Wendy & Cameron - So sorry for your loss. MaKenzie was a beautiful little girl. She will be dearly missed around Western Heights. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours. May God give you peace and comfort during this time.

Dennis & Carolyn Herring

October 27, 2009

Wendy, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful angel. I know one day you will be together again....May God give you Peace and your memories comfort....

T D

October 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 27, 2009

Ms. Butler,
I just wanted to let you know that my family and I have kept Makenzie in our prayers during her ordeal. She is now in the comforting hands of the Lord. She will be a Guardian Angel to all of us.
God bless you and your family.

Tom Waden

October 27, 2009

Wendy & Cameron, we are so sorry to hear about your loss, Kimberly told us about your family & Little Makenzie and she touched our hearts. We may not have known ya'll personally but we felt like we did. She was in our prayer always, as you and Cameron were also. Always remember that she is rejoicing with Our Lord now, singing, playing & smiling. She is no longer suffering. Our prayer are with you always!!!

Ricardo & Donna Moreno

October 27, 2009

May God give peace to you and your loved ones in this tough moment of your life.

M. M

October 27, 2009

May God Bless you and yours

unknown unknown

October 27, 2009

A beautiful little angel. I'm sorry for your loss and you and your family are in my prayers.

M Reynoso

October 26, 2009

Wendy, I'm so sorry to hear about your precious angel. I hope you take comfort knowing that she's no longer in pain and is sleeping and playing in God's palace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Yolanda Marek

October 26, 2009

Dear Wendy and Cameron, I know MaKenzie took part of your hearts with her and everybody's who knew her or knew of her for that matter. Though painful as it was, she will always be the "sunshine" in your lives, no matter what you go through. She taught how to fight a "good fight" and still keep smiling. Love,

Lupe Gonzales

October 26, 2009

wendy i am sorry for your loss no words can never express the feeling that your going through just know god has a speacial angel with him and she will be watching over you and her brother

Pamela huerta

October 26, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family. May God hold you in His arms and give you strength now and in the days to follow.
My heart aches for you.

Re G.

October 26, 2009

Bundled in a blanket just twos years ago, God gave us this little blessing, She shared us with her tears and laughs now in the arms of JESUS now we know... My prayers and thoughts are with you. Amanda Phillips, Waco

October 26, 2009

My thoghts and prayers are with the family. I did not know Makenzie personally but her story touched my heart. Wendy, may Makenzie's smile and memories bring you comfort at this difficut time. God bless you all.

Patti Morales

October 26, 2009

Wendy,
I am so sorry for your lost, my heart goes out to you and your family.

Sandra Gonzalez

October 26, 2009

Wendy, my boys took karate ay FMAT, with Cameron. May God bless you and be with you and your family in this difficult time. God Bless you and your Family.

Tina Garvin

October 26, 2009

May God be with you during this time. I did not know Makenzie personally but when her story was in the paper she grabbed my heart. She and you have been in my thoughts since that day. She is with God now and He is always with you. He must have needed another angel in Heaven.

Karen Thompson

October 26, 2009

WENDY,

I WORKED WITH YOU MANY YEAR'S AGO AT FPC AND HAD NO IDEAL WHAT YOU WERE GOING THRU UNTIL I READ ABOUT MAKENZIE IN THE PAPER. I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYER'S AND THOUGHT'S AS YOU GO THRU THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH. YOUR ANGEL WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER--JUST LOOK UP.

LISA GASKAMP

October 26, 2009

Wendy, you and Cameron are in our thoughts and prayers. MaKenzie is healed and in Jesus arms, smiling that beautiful smile. Rick and Kimberly Gossett and family, Waco

October 26, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lisa & JR Sanchez

October 26, 2009

MS.BULTER,I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. I UNDERSTAND YOU YOUR SORROW I LOST MY SON TO CANCER ON OCT.24,1994
THERE IS A PLACE TO HELP YOUR SON DEAL WITH THE GRIEF
(JAMIE'S PLACE)HILLCREST HOPSICE NAMED AFTER MY SON .
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU .
NELLIE HILTON

October 26, 2009

Wendy,

My family and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. I can't begin to know what you are going through or the heavy heart you must have, but just know you have my deepest sympathies. May God be with you. I know he is holding MaKenzie in his arms and she is no longer feeling any pain or suffering.

Jack Vincent (Lorena)

October 26, 2009

WENDY, FRANCES, AND FAMILY, I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW SORRY I AM FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR ANGEL. YOU ARE ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AT THIS TIME.
NANCY MCDONALD SAULTERS
ROBINSON, TEXAS

October 26, 2009

WENDY, FRANCES AND FAMILY , I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AT THIS TIME. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
NANCY MCDONALD SAULTERS
ROBINSON, TEXAS

October 26, 2009

I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!!!

STACY WILBURN

October 26, 2009

Wendy,

I had the pleasure of meeting you and MaKenzie this summer at the Faith Creations jewelry party. I just wanted to let you know you and your family have been in my thoughts and I pray you find comfort with all of the support around you.

Danielle Brock-Bracken

Danielle Brock-Bracken

October 26, 2009

Love you Wendy! We will miss little MaKenzie so much. Whatever you need, we're here. -Traci & Pam, Tomorrow's Memories

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you Wendy.. MaKenize is in God's arms now... and God is with you.

God bless you,

Carlton(Shelby) Crittenden

October 26, 2009

Wendy,
My heart goes out to you. I had no idea until I read the story in the paper. You are in my prayers.
Judy

Judy Sisk

October 26, 2009

Wendy and Family,
Heaven has a beautiful new little angel. Yall are in my thoughts and prayers. God will see you through.
Diane Gomez & Family

Diane Gomez

October 26, 2009

Wendy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. MaKenzie is a beautiful girl and did not leave this world without knowing how loved she was. God Bless you through this difficult time. Love Dana Brunson Key

October 26, 2009

Ms. Butler,

I could only begin to imagine what you are going thru--I saw ur story on News 10 and I cried as if Makenzie was my child--I don't have any children but know how it is to lose a loved one so close to you--She is a BEAUTIFUL ANGEL and she is now in a better place--She has no more struggles and will be your new Guardian Angel-- I have lost my father to cancer and it was the hardest thing ever for me--I just want you to know I am praying for you and even though I dont know you or your family, my condolences are with you--May she R.I.P and watch over all of you!

Heather Leggett

October 26, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Ben Tackett

October 26, 2009

To the family of MaKenzie Peyton Butler,

May it be a comfort to the sorrow
that you bear; To know that your'remembered
with special thoughts and prayer.

Joyce Holmes
I came to you for lab work for a long time before you left to be with
Makenize. I kept up with you through the staff and my thoughts and
prayers are with you.

Joyce Holmes

October 26, 2009

Wendy you are the strongest woman I know. MaKenzie was so blessed to have you as a mom. God Bless you. Knowing that she is an Angel will hopefully give some comfort to anyone who has ever met her.

Dori Lide
Hewitt, TX

October 26, 2009

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