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GEORGE VINCENT BUTERA

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GEORGE BUTERA Obituary

BUTERA, GEORGE VINCENT George passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2009. He was born in Torrance, California, on August 10, 1948, to Edith and Vincent Butera and spent most of his childhood in Bakersfield. George recently celebrated his 40th wedding anniversary with the love of his life, Nikki. They doted on their three children, Nicholas, Philip and Ashley. In addition to his wife and three children, he is survived by daughters-in-law Margo and Anna Butera, his brother Bob, and many, many people that call him a good friend. He is preceded in death by his parents and son, Neil Vincent. George graduated from SDSU and received a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from George Washington University. For over thirty years, he served as COO for various medical groups. He considered his current position with Balboa Nephrology his dream job. With a quick, irreverent sense of humor, George had the ability to make everyone in his company feel important. He had a deep love for his family and enjoyed being with them and his friends more than anything. A Memorial Service in his honor will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20th, at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church. There will be a private burial. Memorial contributions, in his name, may be made to the American SIDS Institute, 509 Augusta Drive, Marietta, Georgia 30067.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for GEORGE BUTERA

27 Entries

Lori Browne

October 14, 2024

In loving memory of an extraordinary person.

Lori browne

March 1, 2024

May his memory be for a blessing. He was very kind to my husband and my family.

October 22, 2009

Dear Nikki,
We were so sorry to hear of your husband's unexpected death, we will hold you and your family in a special place in our prayers. When the empty space in your heart heals it will be filled with warm memories of the best of times with George.

God Bless You,
Paulette & Frank Deniston

RACHEL GALLIGAN

October 21, 2009

Sorry to the Butera Family. My condolensces are with you. I was a part of Balboa Nephrology a couple years ago. Sorry for your loss. George was a great man.

Rachel Galligan and Family

Eric Rockwell

October 21, 2009

I first met George almost 10 years ago in a small exam room at San Diego Urology that George was using as an office. At that very moment, George started to change my life. I had never met someone at his business level that had such a positive attitude and great sense of humor. I aspired to have his sense of humor and professionalism. George became a role model for me, not just professionally, but personally too. I provided IT support to San Diego Urology, and was fortunate enough to provide IT support to Balboa Nephrology when George started there in 2004. George was many things, but he was not a technologist. Because of this, George needed lots of support with IT, and I got to speak with him weekly (if not daily). George once told me that having a good sense of humor could be a very useful tool in business. I learned from George that a good sense of humor can also be a very important tool in life. I will miss George very much, and I will think of him throughout my life in every funny situation that he would have appreciated.

Dylan Natter

October 20, 2009

Nikki and Family, George has permanently impacted our company and our lives forever. He was a great example to all of us who worked with him. I looked up to him as a leader and friend. We will miss him dearly. George will live on through his example that has been passed on to us all. Our prayers are with your family durng this difficult time. We love you all. The centrexIT Team

D'Wayne Avila

October 20, 2009

Dear Nikki and family in this time of sorrow,may loving memories comfort you today and always.

John & Suzanne Przybyla, REF Member

October 20, 2009

Nikki, We are so sorry for your loss. George was such a delightful human being. He was a joy to be around and it was appparent at all of our meetings that he truly adored his family. I know he will be sorely missed. You and the kids will be in our thoughts and prayers.

October 20, 2009

Dear Nikki and family so sorry for your loss,George will be missed,his smiling face everytme he walks along in our neighborhood with cody,our prayers and thoughts are always with you--angeles family

Cesar and Susan Angeles

October 19, 2009

I met George professionally but soon came to view him as a friend. I feel truly blessed to have known him. He was so genuine, sincere and truly a wonderful person. My prayers to you, Nikki, and all of the family that God be with you.

Pat Harms, REF Member from AKDHC.

Trina Pava

October 19, 2009

Dear Nikki and Family:
My heart goes out to and your family. George was a great boss and every time you saw him he always had a smile on his face. He will be missed.

Belinda Tommey

October 19, 2009

Dear Nikki and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about George. He will truly be missed by the REF. Gary and I are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Carol & Steve Mancini

October 18, 2009

Dear Nikki & Family:
Steve and I were shocked to get the e-mail from Karen. Our most sincere and heartfelt prayers are to you and the family. George was a very sweet and kind man and will be missed.
He is in God's care.

October 18, 2009

Dear Nikki and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

We are sorry for your loss.

Love, Michael and DeeDee Mclees

jill Miller

October 17, 2009

My Dear Nicki, I am shocked and saddened beyond words > George was a wonderful husband, father and friend to those who knew him. Through the years we have known each other I can only remember you speaking of him with the utmost affection, respect,
and appreciation.
You are the lucky ones who enjoyed the best life has to give, a beautiful relationship, family and memories that will someday turn to gold. I pray that Father God will hold you in his arms, whisper in your earGOOD WIFE, BEST FRIEND, WELL DONE, YOU ARE GOING TO BE OK,GOD IS SO PROUD OF YOU. I am a friend you can call on, I will call you often. jMILLER

Melanie Romano

October 17, 2009

Our thoughts & prayers are with you Nikki & your children & family. George was a wonderful man, & he will forever live on in your hearts & ours.
God Bless.
Sincerely, Melanie & Franco Romano & kids
Marisa, Dante, Dominic, & Anthony

Rebecca Higgins

October 17, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lila and Tom Behr

October 17, 2009

We've been friends with George for many years as all our children grew up together. We will miss him so much- his wonderful humor, good nature, great friendship and ability to make everyone feel at home. He will always be in our hearts and our love and sympathy go out to Nikki and his family.

Nikki Quinn

October 16, 2009

I had the opportunity and honor to know George and his wife Nikki for the past 5 years. George was blessed and well deserving of a wonderful and fulfilling life. He was a true and genuine person. George made everyone in his life feel valued and respected. He will be missed greatly. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with Nikki and the Butera children as they morn the loss of their best friend.

Maria Mendez

October 16, 2009

Only a few people in this world are remembered for the good they do and the great they have accomplished. That is the image I have of George Butera. He will be missed. My most sencere and respectful condolences to his family.

Mayra Avalos

October 16, 2009

I certainly agree with the obituary. I've only been part of Balboa for one year and since the begining he made me feel right at home. He will be missed greatly. My condolences to his family with great respect

October 16, 2009

George will be missed deeply and even though I only knew him for a short period of time it feels like I have known him forever. He is a special person that i will never forget!!!! (Cynthia/ BNMG CV Office)

Ricardo Lopez

October 16, 2009

I meet George in 2004 when I bought Shore Total Office, he was then buying furniture from us. Throughout the years I became very fond of George since he was always so warm, friendly and most importantly sincere.
One of my team members showed me the obituary of George and I felt like I have lost a very good friend.
I wish the family my most sincere condolences for such a loss.
We will always remember George by his big and friendly smile.

Your friends at Shore Total Office; rest in peace!

Jasmin/ BNMG Chula Vista

October 16, 2009

George's joyfull spirit and caring personality will remain with us always. He will be missed. But we were fortunate to have him in our company.

Laurie/ BNMG Hillcrest Office

October 16, 2009

We miss George already. The obituary put into words what we feel too- George made everyone of us feel valued as employees. His position here will be filled- but George will never be replaced.

Jean Havel

October 16, 2009

Time will soften your grief, but your memories will burn brughtly in your heart forever.

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