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Carolyn Butler Obituary

BUTLER Carolyn Hughes Butler entered into her Heavenly Father arms on March 20, 2013 at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and was the oldest of seven siblings. She leaves to cherish her memories of her devoted husband of 46 years, Andrew Butler, Sr. Loving mother of Andrew Butler, Jr. and Anndrelle Butler, one grandson Aidan Butler. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Lillian Hughes, brother Renfred Bertell Hughes and nephew Rashaan Ahmad White. Survived by siblings: Diane H. Joseph, Mary H. (Clyde) Maiden, Gail H. Roberson, Richard Hughes, Jr., Elaine H. (Michael) Arbutnot. In-Laws: Shirley, William and Frank Butler. Aunt: Hilda Norbert and friend of the family Bethany Di Giovanni. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Butler was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy high school and earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Southern University in Baton Rouge. She was a dedicated school teacher for 38 years in the St. Charles Parish School System. Carolyn will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and by all those whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Home Going Celebration on Friday, March 29, 2013 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. NOLA 70124. Visitation begins at 10:00 am, Funeral Service begins at noon. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com .

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Mar. 22 to Mar. 24, 2013.

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Daughter Dearest

March 20, 2020

I love you mom

April 2, 2013

Andrew,
Sorry we were not there for the service. We will not forget the loving stories about Carolyn. She seemed to touch many lives with much love and support. Our prayers are with you and your children. Stay strong... and get your strength from the Lord. Elsie and Linda (from the park)

April 1, 2013

Offering my condolences during this time of sorrow. May scriptures from the Bible bring peace to this family.(Eph.1:2)Barb Meill NO

Ernest Maiden-Johnson

April 1, 2013

To: Clyde and Mary; My prayers are with the family in this time of bereavement. May God continue to bless your family. 510-325-8442 cell.

March 30, 2013

May God Bless the family, sorry I just found out yesterday. She was truly a good person, teacher and a friend. She will surely be missed, she was our Dear Heart.
Mildred White and Family, Hahnville, LA

March 29, 2013

Andrew, my prayers are with & for you.
Your classemate, Barbara Curley

Sabrina Thompson

March 28, 2013

You will be deeply missed I remember the stories my mom Cecile told me about you combing her hair and always having her back. I also remember meeting you when my mom came to paint your house. She will truly miss you. GOD knows his treasure and he needed the good gold so go home and join the army you've fought a good fight...... Sleep Mrs. Butler

Oliver Vital

March 28, 2013

Mr. Andrew Butler,

My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Twann Butler-Vital

March 28, 2013

Aunt Carol, you are at peace and we will meet again. I had truly missed your beautiful smile and unique laugh. My prayers are with my Uncle Jr. (Andrew)and his children.

Jan Heurtin Thompson

March 28, 2013

Andrew, Andy, & Anndrelle,, much love goes out to you. Obligations keep me from being there tomorrow, but my heart & prayers will be with you. I loved working with Caroline; so did both my parents and sister. She was an amazing woman. We were all truly blessed to know her. May God bring you peace through your great memories.

Lacy Oubre-Williams

March 26, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Torin Williams-Thomas

March 25, 2013

Words cannot express my feelings for "Dear Heart". She was my second Mom, adopting me in my 7th grade year at J.B. Martin Jr. High. She took me home an I became part of the family. She has always been there for me. I loved her and will truly miss her. God be with you Andrew, Andy and Anndrelle.

Stacey Ertel

March 25, 2013

Dearheart was a great friend and mentor to me. She took me on as a student-teacher and brought such joy to my life. She impacted my life deeply as a student and as an adult and will always remember her infectious smile.

March 25, 2013

She made Civics fun. My prayers are with your family at this time.

Linda M. Yarbrough

March 24, 2013

To Mr. Andrew Sr.,Andrew Jr. and Anndrelle, You have my sincerest condolences. A wonderful wife,and mother. God bless and keep you at this difficult time.

Rhonda Luquette

March 24, 2013

I worked with Dear Heart at HHS for several years. Her warm heart and never ending smile always brightened the room when she walked in. She taught my children and she was a pleasure to talk to as a parent, she was always willing to go the extra to help out any student that needed her help. She will be sadly missed by myself and everyone else she came to know. She touched so many lives in her years and she was an angel here on earth but she will be the most beautiful angel in heaven. My condolences to her family.We all share in the heartbreak of the loss of Dear Heart.I will miss her terribly. God bless all of you.She was loved by everyone she came into contact with.

Lucy

March 24, 2013

What a dear friend, mentor, and dear heart you are. Blessings to your family during this difficult time. Carpools were never the same! You've touched so many lives...thank you.

March 24, 2013

Mrs.Butler taught me at Lakewood Jr. High. She was a wonderful teacher who made learning fun! Being a teacher myself, I hope I make an impact on my students like she did on me and numerous others.
Mary

Amanda Breaux

March 24, 2013

I never had her as a teacher but she helped me out a lot with problems I had back in school and was a wonderful person. I always loved getting to see her and loved her cheery perspective. <3

Lawrence Luquette

March 23, 2013

It's a shame a lot of younger students will never get to have her as a part of their life. She will truly be missed.

Karen

March 23, 2013

Caroline was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful person. I always remember her smile...bright and beautiful. My sincerest condolences to her family. I know that God has welcomed her with open arms!

Marcie Williams-Gann

March 23, 2013

Miss Dearheart...one of the best teachers I ever had. She had the sweetest spirit, and the best smile!! You will be missed!

Wade Hebert

March 23, 2013

Rest in Peace Mrs. Butler, you were a blessing as a teacher, as well as a mentor when we needed it. I'm more than positive you are looking down at all of us smiling.

April Chiasson

March 23, 2013

Mrs B.
Dearheart,
You were such a great teacher, you even put up with my sneaking in late every day. I learned a lot from you though! You will always be remembered

Shannon Murphy-Patterson

March 23, 2013

One of the best teachers I ever had & an amazing human being. I've never forgotten you, Dear Heart.

Chad Gordon

March 23, 2013

#DearHeart U touched people's lives so you will never be forgotten.

thea deville

March 23, 2013

My dearheart I'm sorry to see you go.r from our lives but god has called you home for a reason I know you will always be there to guide us and keep an eye on us I love you so muchi enjoyed my classes with you and I liked helping you make the.flowers for prom m morp you were always a pleasure to be around. God please you hand on her family in their time if need give them the strength and love they need to help them deal with this tragedy

Mike Archuleta

March 23, 2013

Had her in 7th Grade, loved her down to earth attitude. Great teacher!

Carolyn Robertson

March 23, 2013

To the Family of Mrs . Butler , may you find Comfort in all the Prayers and words of encouragement she will truly be miss although its been some time since I seen her but she's a Teacher i will never Forget . Class of 77.

Evelina and james Diggs

March 23, 2013

One of the best teacher we had RIP Mrs. Butler

Jennifer Riggs

March 23, 2013

"Dear Heart".....such a beautiful woman. She taught me Civics my freshman year and never forgot my face or name my entire time at Hahnville. She was an excellent teacher and an even better person. My heart weeps at the passing of this wonderful person from this world, but I feel better knowing that she is an even more beautiful angel in Heaven watching over all of us.

Andrea Ojeda

March 23, 2013

To Mrs. Butler's family. The world has lost a very special lady and heaven has gain an amazing angel. Ms. Butler was my teacher at HHS and made a huge impact on my life because of her amazing heart.

Lakeisha R.c/o 93

March 23, 2013

MY SWEETEST DEAR HEART...AS SHE WOULD SAY...MS BUTLER WAS A TEACHER I WILL NEVER FORGET TRULY A MENTOR TO ME AT HAHNVILLE.

Kara

March 23, 2013

She was hands down one of the best teachers at HHS and by far my favorite! I still talk about her saying "dear heart" to this day?

Krystal Simmons (Gaubert)

March 23, 2013

Mrs. Butler was my favorite teacher! She taught Civics to most of my family. She always lighted up a room with her bubbly personality and was a very lovable person! She will be dearly missed and always remembered!

michelle hills

March 23, 2013

God bless the family. She was no only my teacher at j.b.martin jr. High, but also a friend even after I graduated from hahnville high. Rest mom

March 23, 2013

Truly an angel. Mrs Dear Heart,you made a huge impression on many hearts! You are loved and will be missed. God bless the family during this time.

Rebecca

March 23, 2013

My heart sank when I read this. She was always one of my favorite teachers. One of my favorite people, in fact. May God give her family strength at this time. You will be missed, dearheart!

LeNeshia Ross Markey

March 23, 2013

From one of your many 'dear hearts'. Thank u for being an awesome teacher!

cecile S Thompson

March 22, 2013

i love u was let a mother to me

Cynthia Spears-Hills

March 22, 2013

May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.

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