Rick was born and raised in Fox River Grove, IL. After graduating from Northwestern University, he served in the US Navy aboard the USS Constitution and USS Nimitz. He was an active supporter of PAWS Chicago and the Wounded Warriors Project. He is survived by his wife Julia Butler, his mother Jane Butler, his father Ronald (Kitama) Butler, his sister Patti (Scott) Haiduck, sister-in-law Mary Schmectig and brother-in-law David Schmerler, and their children. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wounded Warriors Project. Services will be private.
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Great guy and always had a smile going on ...met him @CGHS during our freshman yr and lost touch after graduating in 78...Glad to know he was in US Navy as was I.
RIP Brother
michael small
School
May 9, 2023
Very sweet, gentle guy. Knew him in college. I remember how he adored his mom. So sorry. He had a big heart.
June 21, 2015
I went to my H.S. prom with Rick's sister Patti, and he introduced me to jazz music which I still enjoy today. Very saddened to hear this news, and my condolences to his wife, and my prayers for Patti and her mother.
Scott Bearhope
May 24, 2015
Lived on Millard Ave in Fox River Grove with Rick, we grew up together - very fond memories or Rick, Patti and Mrs. Butler. My condolences and prayers to the family. Lynn
May 21, 2015
I only knew Rick from the time he started working here at Huron Consulting Group about a year ago and I just want to say how deeply saddened I am by his passing. We were "work buddies" and shared a lot of laughs at the office, I will always remember him with a smile because he always made me laugh and was so kind. He is truly missed here at the office. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family.
Rachel Espinoza
May 19, 2015
I met Rick my second week at Huron Consulting Group...he always give me a quote in the morning (80% of success is showing up) so he would say Good morning 80...very nice person...my deepest condolences to Julia and your family.
Audrey
May 19, 2015
Rick a great wit back in school and always a smile to share....Recently re-united via F/B...had a few good chats w/ him...Fair winds and following seas fellow sailor/brother,Til we meet again,Mike
May 16, 2015
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