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1937
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2020
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Butler Brown Obituary
December 17, 1937 - May 6, 2020
Hawkinsville, Ga.- Butler Brown was born in Vienna, Georgia in 1937 and spent most of his life in Hawkinsville. As a self-taught landscape painter, he achieved international recognition for his artwork. His accomplishments have resulted in articles in Who's Who in America, Art News, Newsweek, People Magazine, The New York Times, The Washington Post, American Artist, and many other publications. He designed the fine art print for the Macon, Georgia International Cherry Blossom Festival in both 1992 and 1998. Butler shared his artistic skills by teaching many aspiring artists in one-on-one painting sessions.
Butler's original paintings were displayed in the White House, and are in the collections of former President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter, the founder of Capricorn Records Phil Walden, the President of YKK in Tokyo, members of the Allman Brothers Band, and in private and corporate collections in Germany, Great Britain, Canada, Japan, and throughout the United States.
Butler was a huge fan of music and cinema. One of his grandson Cameron's favorite memories was watching "The Wizard of Oz" while a small child on the lap of his grandfather.
Throughout the years, Butler's donations of his paintings for auctions have benefitted organizations such as the American Cancer Society, Native American orphanages, and local animal shelters.
Due to current government restrictions a private graveside service will be held at 2pm on Friday, May 8, 2020 at Pulaski-Bleckley Memorial Gardens. He was preceded in death by his father Bunk David Brown, and his mother Mary Magdalene Brown, and his sister Juanita Reed. His beloved wife of 47 years, Laverne, preceded him in death in April 2006. He is survived by his brother Archie Brown (Susan), daughter Julie Poplin (Bill), son Tony Brown (Penne), grandson Cameron Brown, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Clark Funeral Home of Hawkinsville, Ga. is in charge of the arrangements.
Please sign the online register at www.clarkfuneralhawkinsville.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Butler Brown
May 15, 2020
Tony, Julie and family, I am so sorry to hear that Butler has passed away. He was such a unique and talented person but more importantly a kind and gentle man. Spending time around him and your sweet Mom as a young adult was a gift and I will always be thankful for those years. My heart goes out to all of you. I know he will surely be missed. Debbie Aretino McAtee
Kem Lingelbach
May 10, 2020
Tony, Scott and I are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was and still is a great man. My most admired artist. May God bring peace to you and your family.
Tommy Morgan
May 8, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Butler's passing. Archie my thoughts and prayers of comfort are with you, Julie, Tony and the rest of the family. Mya God bless you and comfort all of you during this difficult time.
Tonya Morgan
May 7, 2020
It was so wonderful to meet him with my brother in law and all of the family at Cracker Barrel. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Brenda Parks-Mathern
May 7, 2020
Tony and Julie, Hugs to you and the family on the passing of Butler. His friendship and advise meant a lot to me over the years.
Eldee Wilson
May 7, 2020
Tony we are so sorry to hear about your Dad, God bless you and family.
Tina Meyers
May 7, 2020
Tony and family, our condolences on the loss of your father
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