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deBUTTS, Jr., William William Jones deButts, Jr. of Charlottesville, VA. died peacefully at the age of 73 on April 27th, 2013. Bill was born on February 27, 1940 in Arlington, VA. He was the son of deceased William Jones and Mary Livers deButts and the loving husband to Ann Pringle deButts. Bill was a graduate of the Episcopal High School and of the McIntyre School of Commerce at the University of Virginia. He was a member of St. Elmo Hall Fraternity and Z society. He proudly served as a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. Following his military career, he worked for International Paper Sales Company in New York, Chicago and Atlanta. Having spent most of his childhood in Charlottesville, Va., Bill returned becoming owner and President of City Laundry & Drycleaners. His success contributed to the rich history of his family's entrepreneurial legacy throughout Charlottesville. He is remembered for his impeccable character and immeasurable loyalty. Bill shared his love for hunting with his family and close friends, with his dogs by his side. With devotion and pride, family was the single most important aspect of his life. Bill is survived by his wife, and four children, Logan deButts Bernstein, William Jones deButts III, Richard Foster deButts and Martin Pringle deButts; his eight grandchildren, his brother Richard Henry deButts and his sister Mary deButts Strother. Bill will be greatly missed by his family and his friends. A graveside memorial service will be held Thursday, May 2nd 2013 at 11:00am at the Monticello Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to The Alzheimer's Association at 1160 Pepsi Pl #306 Charlottesville, VA 22901, 800-272-3900, www.alz.org. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com
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glenn goodfellow
October 10, 2013
dear ann: I only recently heard about Bill's passing...quite honestly I was deeply taken aback. Please accept our deepest condoleances and wishes. On his last visit to CWG's in Woodlands, I remember saying to my wife, "how striking a figure he was." I am thinking of you and yours....I hope we might see eachother in Eleuthera again.
warmest regards
glenn w goodfellow
September 25, 2013
Bill was a model upper Classman when I was a First Year Student at St. Elmo Hall. Gentleman of the highest quality.
Sadden with the news!
Garth F. Fort
July 11, 2013
Today I received the St Elmo Newsletter and was deeply saddened upon seeing the In Memoriam notice. So many good men passing on and bringing up so many good memories and particularly of my old friend Bill. My heartfelt condolences to Dick and Ann whom I know and to all of the deButts family whom I don't. Bill deButts was a very good man, and I am very fortunate to have known him.
Bill Hudgins
Kathy Heiner
May 8, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. What a kind man who loved his family very much. Thinking of you all.
Kathy Heiner
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Alzheimer's Association
May 7, 2013
You and your family are in our thoughts and hearts. Together, we will realize a world without Alzheimer's.
Francis Middleton
May 5, 2013
My deep sympathy to the family. I last saw Bill in 1958 when we graduated together from EHS, yet I remember him more clearly than most-- so poised for his age, and handsome. a gentleman already in the making. Sincerely,
alison dickie
May 1, 2013
The Dickie family sends our condolences. Peace be with you all in this difficult time.
May 1, 2013
Mrs. Debutts, Please know you and your family are in my thoughts. I look forward to seeing Logan tomorrow and please give her my love. Paige Miller
Stapleton Gooch
May 1, 2013
Dear Ann, I so appreciate your call about Bill's death. I'm relieved that his suffering is over. He was the epitome of the Virginia gentleman, a true friend, and an awesome family man. The obituary picture tells the story. My sympathy and love to you and yours. Stapleton
May 1, 2013
Dear Ann, I am so sorry I cannot be there tomorrow to celebrate Bill's life. He and your family mean so much to the Ramey family. I am sending a big hug to you and think of Bill with many happy memories. Cay Ramey Weimer- Richmond Va
May 1, 2013
God bless you and your family at this difficult time. My husband so respected Bill's friendship for a number of years. Our prayers are with you.
The family of Smokey Thompson
May 1, 2013
Dick,
Sorry about Bill. What a handsome classy guy.He will be missed.
JimmY Farmer
Charles J. Frankel III
April 30, 2013
Ann, Dickie, and family,
We were so saddened to read of Bill's recent passing. He was an absolute gentleman. As youngsters we all looked up to Bill, who was a role model to all of us. May God's blessings be with you always. Charlie
Tom and Judy Boyd
April 30, 2013
Bill was a great guy.....a good friend...someone we all looked up to as a special person who could be counted on when you needed him. We all are a little better for having known Bill. While we all will miss him, it gives us peace knowing that he is at last at rest and in a good place, and reunited with old friends like Ven Minor.
Eg
April 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 30, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Diane Webster
April 30, 2013
I knew Mr. deButts when I worked for Bank America on Preston Ave...he was a true gentleman...always so nice and sweet to all of us. I know that his family will truly miss him, please except my prayers for the family.
April 30, 2013
He has joined my Dad and together may they create new memories and fully enjoy life the way they once did! We love you both dearly. Our thoughts are with all of you guys. hugs and kisses -
Raleigh and Susie
Cocky Rodgers
April 30, 2013
Dick, so sorry to hear about the death of
your brother Bill... Condelences-to the entire family...
April 29, 2013
Much Love to all the deButts family - Anne, Logan, William, Foster, Dick and all of Bill's nearest and dearest. A dear, kind, gentle soul has gone, but how lucky you were to have his love and devotion, that will never leave you. Much Love, Cyane
Stevens Davis
April 29, 2013
To the wonderful Debutts family, you have my deepest condolences ... Bill was and is such a great man, husband and father. I remember him as he was and always think fondly of him and the family. We love you! -Stevens Davis-
Mike Essman
April 29, 2013
My closest friend for sixty years. I'll remember him every day.
Mike Essman
April 29, 2013
My best friend for sixty years. I'll miss him every day.
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