Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Cpl. Rhett A. Butler
Cpl. Rhett A. Butler
Obituary
Guest Book
Rhett A. Butler Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Shawna
January 17, 2025
Thinking of you brother.....still miss you
Matthew Raves
February 27, 2023
Miss you. Thinking about you right now.
Ives
January 8, 2022
I think about you everyday big guy.
I miss you.
RPM, IDAHO
July 19, 2021
SCOUTS OUT!!
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
July 29, 2020
RPM,IDAHO
July 19, 2020
SCOUTS OUT!
RPM, IDAHO
Lynda Cole
May 23, 2020
Thank you for serving our country. Cant say thank you for the ultimate sacrifice, but if you had to go, proud it was for a cause.
I still cherish all the Christmases you spent at Grannie & Grandads.
I think & speak of you often. RIP Rhett Butler.
May 22, 2020
Mike and I still miss you everyday. Rhett you will be so proud, CJ graduated from high school yesterday. He has turned into a very responsible adult. I still leave a light on for you everyday .
Stephanie Laux
May 21, 2020
I will be running in honor of you this Memorial Day 2020. I dont know you but I thank you and appreciate your service to this country. Currently located in JBLM, Washington also. May your memory live on to all those who love and honor you!
July 9, 2019
RPM, IDAHO
SCOUTS OUT!
Shawna Westbrook
May 11, 2019
Still missing you every day. Wish you were here to meet my twins, Drake and Jackson!! They are only two but I already talk to them about their Uncle Rhett! They will grow up knowing you as their Uncle Rhett who died for this great country.
July 20, 2018
RPM, IDAHO
K. Annie Haas
July 3, 2018
We will never forget that Friday. PRT Warhorse...you will never be forgotten. We are here with our families this 4th because of your sacrifice. Warhorse/Baghdad Iraq 2007 - 2013
July 3, 2018
Happy 4th Butler. Scouts Out!
RPM IDAHO
July 19, 2017
RPM IDAHO
Think about you daily. i tell my nieces and nephews about you. I know you will be waiting for me in Fiddlers Green with a big laugh and bigger hug. you are missed Butler.
January 15, 2017
Sereta Butler Ramsey
January 9, 2017
Hello Sweet Rhett, another year gone without you. Holidays do not mean a lot to me since you left. Hope the Angels are happy having you there with them because I am surely not happy here without you. Wish I could wake up one morning and see you and asking me " Mama, scratch my back , Mama scratch my arm ." Think the Angels would agree to that with permission from our Heavenly Father? If not, I will meet you at our rainbow. I love you with every bit of my heart. Mom
Sereta Butler Ramsey
July 20, 2016
Hello my Precious Rhett, Your day of when God and His Angels took you to Heaven, Streets of Gold, No pain----how happy you must be. I miss you every day. God gave you to me and I knew He could take you back any time, but I still don't understand . I Miss You, I Love You, I am So Proud of You, I Miss You saying " Mom, Scratch my Back Rhett. You left us all with so many Memories. I love you and will look forward to see you at our Rainbow . Mom
July 19, 2016
RPM, IDAHO
Still here buddy, me and BP talk about you often.
Sereta Ramsey
March 30, 2016
Hello Rhett - James & I are still here. So proud of you for your bravery. Your buddies still talk about you. On your Death Anniversary some of your friends added a few Coors Beer cans & such to your grave. It was very funny . You would have laughed & laughed. Sweet Rhett , I love & miss you more than anyone can imagine. We will meet at Our Rainbow. Mom
Sereta Ramsey
September 8, 2015
Hello My Sweet Rhett ... Have visited with some of your comrades & several told me they were with you when the IED exploded. They are your true friends. They send their love & devotion to you ... As I do. I love you Rhett -- see you at our rainbow ......MOM
Sereta Butler Ramsey
August 31, 2015
My Sweet Rhett - I always think of you but yesterday I heard the Hymn, " I'll Fly Away " and I thought -- God came down and saw your pain and he picked you up and flew away with you! Oh my, how sweet that was . I love you Rhett with every beat of my heart. Mom
James Ramsey
August 19, 2015
Hey Rhett it's Ramsey,it's been 8 years now since you were took from us and you are truly missed,I really don't know what to say but I miss you we all miss you but we will meet again when it's my time then we can sit and talk about the times we had together so until then you will always be in my thought.Ramsey
Sereta Butler Ramsey
August 14, 2015
Precious Rhett -- I say the same thing every time I write or mention your name.its been 8 years & I still cry for you. You gave Your All and when that bomb exploded God took you away and pieces of my heart too. Rhett, I will see you soon , at our rainbow... Mom
Sereta Butler Ramsey
July 21, 2014
It has been 7 years since God took you away. People say you are in a better place. Maybe so. But I'm a little selfish - I want you here with me & Shawna & Shayre. Meet me at the Rainbow, Rhett. It doesn't have to be a double one like before. Meet me at our Rainbow. I love & miss you.
Mom
Shawna Drake-Westbrook
July 20, 2014
Seven years ago today; seems like yesterday though. Missing you still.
Sereta Butler Ramsey
May 26, 2014
My sweet Rhett, Soon your death wll be 7 years. My pain & sorrow from losing you is still in my broken heart. You have gone to our King - a place where there are no sorrows. But I will continue miss you & love you untill I draw my last breath. My heart aches for you. I Love You, CPL Rhett Butler. Mom
Kathy Moss
May 24, 2014
Sereta, Shayre, Shawna, & David and family,
I will never forget Rhett & his sacrifice, nor will I forget yours.
Peggy Childers
July 20, 2013
To the family and friends of Cpl. Rhett A. Butler:
Always remembering Rhett. "Some gave all."
Sereta Ramsey
May 14, 2013
Rhett, I can't get my broken heart to heal. I love & miss you so. I would love it if some one could get in contact with me.
Just before deployment, Rhett (Far Right), Brett Poore, Me (2nd from left) and Mike Rist. We were all with him that day, five years ago today.
Pierce Senkarik
July 20, 2012
Shawna Drake
May 27, 2012
Here it is 4 years, 10 months and 7 days later, Memorial Day weekend....I lay in bed sobbing over the loss of you, my little brother. I still think of you every single day. CJ asks many questions about you; as you asked in your last letter to me, he will never forget about his "Uncle Rhett". Looking forward to the day we see one another again. Until then, I will continue thinking of you daily.
Lynne Neibert
September 24, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Debbue Davis
July 21, 2011
You will never be forgotten Rhett. Your picture is still up and the lamp is still on.
Peggy Childers
July 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Rhett A. Butler:
Please accept my remembrance of Rhett on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Sandy Graham
July 20, 2011
Dear Family of Cpl Rhett Butler,
May you feel the loving arms of our heavenly Father today. Cpl Butler's life, his service to our country and his sacrifice for our freedoms will not be forgotten. God bless
a
May 25, 2011
God bless you and your family.
Jarrett Smith
March 3, 2011
Rhett and the Butler family,
My name is SFC Jarrett Smith. I led the Army Honor Guard team that paid tributed to your sacrifice. A day doesn't go by that I don't think of this day. I hope we made you proud and honored you the way you deserved. I know you were watching above and you are in a better place. Know that while I never knew you personally, you are my Brother. I will never forget that day and the way not only your family opened their doors to us, but the town aswell. Your mark has forever impacted me and I will not forget you, your family and the town of Glenn Rose. Bless you my Brother and continue to watch over your loved ones.
Jarrett Smith
Peggy Childers
July 20, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Rhett A. Butler:
Remembering Rhett on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
shay olivarez
June 6, 2010
rhett this is spc shay olivarez i was the honor guard at your furneral. what an outstanding family u have. They are a reflection of what u would be like had i met you in person. From soldier to soldier and man to man i thank u brother for the ultimate sacrifice and for putting yourself in harms way so that others may live. Hooah! My god bless u and ur loved ones now and forever!
November 12, 2009
You would be so proud of CJ. He will never forget you because you are remembered so fondly and so vividly here in Glen Rose. Knowing you was too short of time, loving you will be a forever process.
Shawna Drake
November 11, 2009
I will never forget you brother. You are missed every day. I am so proud of you. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. I love you and you live in my heart daily.
Your favorite sister,
Peggy Childers
July 20, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Rhett A. Butler:
Rhett gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Robbie
March 30, 2009
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends...
HE WHO SHEDS HIS BLOOD WITH ME SHALL FOREVER BE MY BROTHER...
Not many people know what you did for me that day but, I will never forget how you saved my life by taking the lead and I can never thank you enough for taking my place. I know you were just doing what you were told but you are the reason I came home to my wife.
I will never forget you dude.
Scout's out!
Jeff Butler
February 19, 2009
May God Bless your family and carry them until that day where you can meet each other again.
Kenna Larra
December 30, 2008
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
FREE OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING OF THIS HERO. COMPLETE FORM AT WWW.HEROPAINTINGS.COM
Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
October 17, 2008
Rhett,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Davis
July 22, 2008
I am finding it increasingly impossible to find an appropriate outlet for the grief I still suffer, the agony I feel because you are gone. No, you are not my son or my brother, but you are the protector of my family, the hero of my nation. You will never be forgotten as long as I am alive, and I am making sure that your name and your courage live on through my children, and their children. You are missed with profounding grief and sadness, but remembered with gladness, smiles and laughter. You did not die in vain, but then you know that standing there by God.
In Memory of Rhett ~ (Debra Estep)
July 20, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Rhett, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
July 1, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Butler!
Rest In Peace
Michael iezzi
February 7, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Rhett to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Rhett in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Connie Conkle - Jarrell
November 27, 2007
David, Just learned of your son's passing. My heart hurts for you. You and your family have a special spot in my heart with great memories. Praying for you.
Connie Conkle Jarrell (Charles and Victor's Sister)
Andrea Hughes
November 17, 2007
To the family of this very amazing young soldier.. My husband was very close with Rhett and misses him everyday, He was there that very sad day in Iraq, and thinks and prays for you all, all the time.. I just want to say I am so sorry for your loss, Your all very strong, May God watch over you all everyday for many years to come. My husband robbie also says GodBless you all, He has now headed back to Iraq from R&R, and just keep all of them in our prayers..
GOD BLESS and May Rhett Rest In Peace..
SPC Hughes Wife Andrea
God Bless And Much Love
Kyrsten Mason
November 7, 2007
To the parents,
My name is Kyrsten and I'm a ninth grader in Texas, and our class is doing tributes to troops who have died in the war. I have chosen your son and I wanted to tell you that I'm sorry for your loss. I hope I do your son justice in my project. May God bless you everyday.
Steve Thomas
November 6, 2007
God Bless this HERO's soul.
May God bring comfort to this Hero's family.
Please know your Son will never be forgotten.
Most respectfully
Uncle of another Hero -
SPC Dane R Balcon
KIA 5 Sept 07 Balad Iraq
Heather D
September 28, 2007
For the parents of Rhett A. Buttler,
I am very sorry for your loss. I am an eleventh grader and we are doing a project on the people who have died in Iraq. He instantly stood out to me. From what I have read, he seems to be a good guy.
Jeanne Marklin
August 30, 2007
My son served in Balad, Iraq in 2006 and thank God, came home safely. My nephew is now serving in Baghdad. I cannot imagine the pain you are in. Just thinking of my son being in Iraq, and in danger made me so upset. You must miss Rhett so much. I am so sorry for you loss and the grief that must feel overwhelming. I pray that you have the support of many loved ones, and share your memories of Rhett in the years to come. God Bless.
Lois Chastain
August 30, 2007
To the Butler Family:
Although I only had the pleasure of meeting Rhett once -- when he was just a baby -- I am not at all surprised at the outpouring of love for him. After all, he comes from a special family and I know that first hand. David, I pray for peace to be with you in the days and years to come. As time passes, your sad thoughts of your son's loss will be replaced by sweet memories of a wonderful young man. I love you all.
Billy Howard CPHS 1971
August 29, 2007
Words cannot say enough of just how sorry I am to hear of your loss. My oldest son Sgt. Billy Howard was in the same unit on his 3rd tour of iraq. He has now finished his 4th in a different unit. Having a son that was in the same unit I just want you to know your son was a American Hero and he died doing what he believed in and loved. May the lord bless his soul and his memory never be forgotten. I share your pain and I pray for your son and your family.
Forever in my heart, never forgotten.
Ally
August 29, 2007
Rhett, I am still missing you every day. I find it so hard to believe that your beautiful soul has left this world.
A part of me died when I heard you were killed. It hurt so much knowing that I would never talk to you again.
I met your sister Shawna when she was here for your memorial. She told me that you knew the Lord...and a peace came over me. I knew you were safe in His arms.
I love you, Rhett. It hurts but knowing I will get to see you again someday makes it easier.~Ally
Debbie Davis
August 28, 2007
It seems that you are impossible to forget Rhett. Each day I marvel at the way God is using your life and untimely death. Your family grieves for you tremendously, but you are remembered in ways you could never have imagined. Your sisters are in shock, but unfortunately shock will subside and hurt will set in. I pray God shields them from too much hurt and allows them to slowly heal to a point where they can continue to remember you with happy thoughts. Debbie
debbi rivers
August 27, 2007
To the parents of Rhett, I would like to extend my heart felt sorrow as I know what you are going through and what you will yet go through in the coming weeks. I too am the mother of another fallen soldier and with God's continued support in my life I try to reach out to other who might need the support of someone who has been where you are. I want to offer you the support you may need to contact me anytime so that you may vent, talk or just seek comfort I am here for you. As a Gold Star Mother I've reached out through God's blessings to many across the country and we have a good support group. May God continue to give you and your family the love, comfort and healing that you need. In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA Samarra, Iraq November 12, 2006
August 19, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Butler and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Charlie Keathley
August 15, 2007
Dear Cpl. Rhett Butler’s Family and Friends,
Although some time has passed, today I am writing today to let to let you know I continue to keep each of you in my thoughts and prayers, as I have been since learning the news of Rhett---- although I don’t believe ever I met Rhett, when visiting back at Glen Rose during recent years. However, you remember my late Mother, Delorees Fallers. In addition, my brother, Carl, joins with my family and me in expressing our sincere condolences to each of you at this time.
With honor, courage, and vigilance, Rhett served our beautiful nation.
As in all of the other wars and conflicts engaged in by our wonderful country--- brave and honorable soldiers, sailors, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Sea Bees have served ---- and like each of them Rhett was over there for all of us.
Thanks to his freely and courageously serving for all of the citizens of the United States of American we can continue to enjoy our freedom.
Because of his valor one day our great democracy shall honor all who volunteered to preserve our peace---each one a Hero--- like Rhett. Until then--- please know you are not alone today. Rhett is not forgotten presently. Rhett will never be forgotten.
(Additionally, in honor of my two nieces-by-marriage Linda’s son, Charlie Powell: active in Sea Bees/ served one tour in Iraq) and Paula’s son, Jacob Foster, who served in Iraq: U. S. Air Force.)
May God be with each of you at this time and as time passes,
And may God bless our Troops,
Charlie Belle (GRHS Alumna), Jim, and Kevin
Carl Fallers (GRHS Alumnus)
Vicki Melia
August 13, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about another fallen! I know there are no words that I can say to ease your pain! The loss of a child is something that is the most difficult thing to bare. We can only pray that one day we will be together again. I was told that if you stretch a piece of string a mile long and line that string with beads, the beads would resemble eternity. Life here on earth is equal to “only one bead”. We have only a short time here compared to the time we will spend in eternity with our loved ones. The only thing I can say is let faith keep you grounded in your life and hold on to your loved ones! This will help you through!
This is what helps me get through my days, I too have lost. My son entered into the Heavens to be with our Lord!
God Bless Your Family!
In Loving Memory of Lcpl. Anthony C. Melia
USMC~ Ramadi , Iraq 1/27/2007 "SEMPER FI"
Shawna Conway
August 11, 2007
Hey brother! I am missing you more than words can say. I just returned from Fort Lewis and got the pleasure of meeting some of your friends while I was there. So many kind words have been said about you. You impacted so many lives...good for you! I am so proud of the man you became. I think of you hourly and miss you SO MUCH.
Shawna
shayre strickland
August 8, 2007
Thank you, my little brother, for your sacrifice. I am heart broken/crushed that I will not see you again until the Good Lord, too, takes me home. I miss you sooooo much but look forward to that day that I will meet you in the sky. You rest in peace. You are a true hero. I love you!!!!
Your old "fuddy-dud" sister, Shayre Strickland
Cahy and Dan Lane
August 5, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Butler Family. Rhett has given the supreme sacrifice so that we may all be free.
We are Ray&Peggy Butler's cousins. Living in Atlanta years ago we heard stories of Rhett and the other Butler children.
May his family and friends find comfort in their memories of this brave young man.
Steve Bryson
August 5, 2007
To the Butlers
On behalf of the Bryson and the Lane families we are so deeply hurt and sorry at the loss of Rhett. Y heart goes out to you each. I am Steve Bryson the father of Scott Bryson. Dane Lane is Scott Bryson’s uncle and of course you know Dan’s connection to your family. Our son Scott Bryson currently serves in Samarra at FOB Brass field-Mora. Scott servers with the 2-505th parachute infantry regiment 82nd Airborne Division. He and Rhett were aware each other were in country though they had not met. I do not know how you hurt. There is nothing I can say to ease your pain I ache for your loss as I write this. If there is any thing at all that our family can do for your family; please contact me.
The Bryson Family
Shawnee (Austin, TX)
August 4, 2007
Thank you for being brave. You are a hero and will not be forgotten.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there... I do not sleep.
I am the thousand winds that blow...
I am the diamond glints on snow...
I am the sunlight on ripened grain...
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight...
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry-
I am not there... I did not die...
..
Frank Ledesma
August 3, 2007
Shawna, I just found out about your loss. My condolences to you and your family. I remember the days that you would talk about your brother and how you worried about him. Worry no more, he is in the best of care with our Lord. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
August 3, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Samantha Willis (age 12)
July 31, 2007
Dear Family and Friends of Rhett Butler,
I know I didn’t know Rhett very well but I know he was a great guy. I know he wanted to make a difference and he did. I know he was a great guy because of the stories I have heard. I also know that he was a great guy because any man willing to give his life to protect his country is great. Thank you Cpl Rhett Butler for protecting me and our country.
Lory Willis
July 31, 2007
Rhett,
Thank you for your unselfish sacrifice. I would have never dreamed that the little boy who lived down the street from me would grow up to be a hero. You played with my son, were best friends with my nephew and was a part of the family. I will always remember your big heart and unforgettable smile. What a privilege it was to have known you and to have you protect my freedom. I will forever hold you in my heart.
Rhett’s Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that your hearts are heavy but take comfort in knowing that Rhett will never be forgotten. My prayers are with you.
Lezlie Haynes
July 30, 2007
My army son, Jordan passed away a year ago at age 22. My thoughts and prayers are so with your family and the loving sacrifice your dear son made for our country. We honor him and your family, and I pray for you that your hurt will get better. A year has helped. Best wishes, Lezlie Haynes, If I can help in any way, please contact me
Mike and Debbie Davis
July 30, 2007
Mike and I have just stood back in awe, watching our family, our town, our Army and our Country mourn the loss of Rhett. He was our family here in earth, but he will forevermore be our family in heaven. I lost a brother, but not to war. You lost a brother and a son; but your loss is our country's gain. It takes a great act of courage to stand firm, stand up and be willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. You are now making that sacrifice. Rhett's death is not in vain. He rests in the very shadow of the Lord. We love you always. Mike and Debbie.
Mike & Tammy Dooley
July 30, 2007
Our hearts break for the loss of Cpl. Rhett Butler. We pray for his family and all the many friends he left behind. We will always remember his service, his sacrifice and his bravery. As the proud parents of a U.S. Army Soldier serving in Iraq now, we say God Bless our Troops and God Bless Cpl. Rhett Butler.
Linda Scozzafava
July 30, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Rhett's family and friends. My son is currently deployed with the 4-2 from Fort Lewis. I can not imagine the grief you are experiencing. I can only express my gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice made by a true HERO. I pray that God would surround you with love and peace, as He receives Rhett into His loving arms. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you Rhett!
mom of PVT Matthew Frederick
4-2 SBCT, HHC
Jaimee Shaug
July 30, 2007
Rhett's Family- I was lucky to have had the chance to get to know Rhett. He was one awesome guy! always smiling, always laughing and making others laugh, and above all always PROUD to be serving our country! I'm gonna miss that twinkle in his eyes and the (its wasnt me, I'm inocent) smile he had! I will think about Rhett everytime I see a flag or military personel. I will also tell my son about the friend I had and what he did for our country and why when we enjoy the simplest freedoms its because Rhett and thousands others steped up and gave there lives for our country and the people of Iraq! Rhett you will be missed more then words can say and I know your in a better place and at peace. Rhett Butler YOU are my HERO!!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 30, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Butler family in the loss of Rhett. I did not know Rhett, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Rhett you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Bonnie Mikulenka
July 30, 2007
Our family was a part of Rhett and his family all of his life. He and my son Chris were childhood friends forever. He meant everything to us. Thank you Rhett for service and protection of our country. May God be with the families and friends of Rhett through the rest of their life.
Wayne & Debbie Bridewell
July 29, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God give you peace in your loss of this brave young man who sacrificed his all for our country.
Gary Allain
July 29, 2007
Cpl. Rhett A. Butler
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Kathy Moss
July 29, 2007
Dear Sereta,David,Shayre,Shawna & family,
You have been and will continue to be in the hearts & prayers of so many. Rhett was one of our hometown boys and now, will forever be our hometown hero.
Love and prayers,
Kathy
Logan Crank
July 29, 2007
We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Our son, PFC Chris Crank, is also a Stryker driver and was Rhett's best friend in Ft. Lewis and in Iraq. We had the pleasure of speaking to Rhett while in Ft. Lewis. Chris would call us and Rhett would also get on the phone. We also had the pleasure of meeting Rhett in person in Ft. Lewis before deploying to Iraq. Rhett was such a special young man with a beautiful smile. I know now why Chris called him his best friend. Rhett was a true American hero who will be missed by all of the CAV Scouts who all became "brothers" and stuck by each other. I can't imagine what you are going through but during the days and weeks ahead, look to God for peace, strength and comfort and the love of family and friends.
PFC Christopher Crank
B TRP 2-1 CAV 4th BDE 2 ID
Logan, Carol and Steven Crank (Hamilton, OH)
Maria
July 29, 2007
I didn't have the honor in this life to Thank this Brave young man for the freedom that we have because of men an women like him! Our prayers for his family an to all that are still in Iraq.TRUE HEROS!! My son too is in the Navy an serving his country May our good Lord keep them all safe.
Walter and Marcia Iker
July 28, 2007
Our love, prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with Rhett's family at this time. Thank you sharing your son/brother/soldier with the world. Thank you Rhett for serving your country. YOU GAVE IT ALL.
Love and prayers,
Walter and Marcia Iker
Yellow Ribbon Support Group Leaders
Dayspring Church
Cincinnati, Ohio
Also friends of Chris Crank his Army buddy and special friend.
Walter and Marcia Iker
July 28, 2007
May God be with you all in this terrible time and loss of such a brave soldier. Thank you for sharing Rhett with the world and thank you Rhett for serving our Country and you are our hero. You gave it all.
Our love and deepest sympathy,
Walter and Marcia Iker
Yellow Ribbon Support Group Leaders
Dayspring Church
Cincinnati, Ohio
Also friends of Chris Crank, Soldier and best friend to Rhett
Pat Mosteiro
July 28, 2007
I am very proud of Rhett as he gave the ultimate sacrifice. When our country asked him to give, he gave all. Rhett is now sharing a soldiers watch in heaven with my son who was killed in action Feb. 14th, 2007. Thank you for the gift you shared with our country. The loss of a brother, son, father, wife, mother or any other member of the family is unbearable. The hole left seems bottomless and no how hard we try it will never be full. Your family is in my prayers and thoughts daily. Rhett is now a guardian angel to his fellow troops and those that follow. God bless you Rhett and your family. I wish you peace and strength.
The Riebe Family
July 28, 2007
All of Glen Rose has had it's heart broken with the death of the brave young man. May his service to his country not have been in vain.
Joe & Mary Giesken U.S. Army
July 28, 2007
To The family of Rhett,
We send our Condolences to you for your lost.What a bright young man he seemed to be. We will keep you in our prayers for you and our men & Woman that are serving for our Freedom, As a Army Wife I have a special place in my heart for all that are serving. May * GOD * Give you peace in your heart .May God Bless Rhett and keep him.
MSG Joseph & Mary Giesken U.S. Army
Thompson family
July 27, 2007
We are feeling the loss of this brave young man. And all of those that have fallen. Just remember that they all walk with the Angels with our Lord Jesus Christ. They will remain in our hearts forever.
Lance Matthews
July 27, 2007
To the family, I can think of nothing that fits this somber moment more than BE PROUD. Your son and brother will always be among the finest men who ever lived. You can take pride in knowing that he will never be forgotten. The job Cpl. Butler did for this country will never be taken for granted. He will be honored as a hero. Thank you so much for your sacrifice. Eternal thanks to Cpl. Butler for his sacrifice.
CM3 U.S.NAVY (Fmr. HUNTER VFA-201)
Vickie Fincher
July 27, 2007
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Your HERO will never be forgotten. For he has given the ultimate sarifice for our freedom.
Donna Williams
July 27, 2007
Dear Mom & Dad, Family and Friends,
Though I did not know this young man personally, I would like to offer my heartfelt sympathy. I know he must have been a wonderful, courageous young man. He will always be a true HERO. You and your family will be in our prayers and I ask our great, almighty Lord to bring you comfort and peace and surround you with His love. You have paid the ultimate price good and faithful Soldier. Rest now and take your place in heaven as one of God's warriors against the evils in this world. My family and I will always be thankful for what you have done for us.
God Bless you,
Donna Williams & Family
Brant Burtkhart
July 27, 2007
We welcomed home our hero yesterday. We pray for peace and comfort for his grieving family, friends and former comrades in arms. He is now with his Heavenly Father-rest now solder for we have the watch
KL Moore
July 27, 2007
We live in the Land of the Free because of the Brave, like Rhett. Without knowing him, we love him. May He rest in the Peace of Gods Loving Arms.
The Moore Family
Neal and Donna
July 27, 2007
We can not express how sorry we are for your loss. We thank your son for his service to his country so the rest of us can enjoy what we have. Our prayer are with you.
Showing 1 - 100 of 116 results
Make a Donation
in Rhett A. Butler's name
How to support Rhett A. 's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Rhett A. Butler's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored