Evanston, Illinois
1940 - 2020
April 21, 1940 - December 7, 2020. Peter was born and raised in Hyde Park and was an Evanston resident for over 50 years. He was an artist, owner of Butterfield Art Services, an intrepid sailor, and animal lover. He is survived by his wife Pam (nee Bennett), daughters Jessica Butterfield and Liz...
Read MoreI'm re-watching Horn From the Heart, the documentary about Peter's brother Paul. Peter seems like a warm, kindly man. My condolences to his friends and family.
Howard Blu
October 08, 2025 | Other
He was my dear friend.
Jane Stroud Wright
January 02, 2022 | Friend
This last year I have passed through Evanston often, and have recently been calling (no answer). Peter was so much a part of my life for two decades and then some. When I last spoke to him, we had hoped to get together. Pam, I would like so much to see you. Please contact me
Jane Stroud Wright (Stroud Waller, Inc)
January 01, 2022 | Work
Sorry to lose one of the good guys
Fran Grossman
December 21, 2020
Rest In Peace, Peter
Neil Barnes
December 17, 2020
What can I say about you PETER? So much is in me and I don't know how to get the words out. You were such a big part of my life for so many years. All I can say for now is that you will be missed. A large part of me is gone, but you will always be in my heart and thoughts.
Jocelyn Pinsler
December 14, 2020 | Friend
Peter was just a really super human. I started sailing at Dempster in 1987 and he spent lots of time with me educating me on the finer points of small boat sailing. Special man.
Jeff Forgash
December 11, 2020 | Friend
We celebrated many events and holidays together -- memorial days, family birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, Christmas eves We count ourselves fortunate for the wonderful times spent with Peter, Pam and their daughters. In loving memory of a funny, wry and insightful man and artist.
Susan & Andy
December 10, 2020 | Friend
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Susan Page Estes
December 10, 2020 | Chicago, IL
