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Christian Butler Obituary
AGE: 17 • Long Branch
Christian Alexander Butler, 17 of Long Branch, died Friday, April 1, 2011. He was a Junior at Long Branch High School and an athlete on the lacrosse team. Born in Neptune, he was a lifelong resident of Long Branch.
He is survived by his parents, Christopher and Maria Teresa Butler; and his loving family, who live here and in the Philippines.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at the Damiano Funeral Home, 191 Franklin Ave., (corner of Third Ave.), Long Branch from 4 pm until the time of the funeral service at 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, kindly make donations to the family: Christopher and Maria Teresa Butler, c/o Damiano Funeral Home, P.O. Box 567, Long Branch, NJ 07740. The family invites you to leave an online condolence at www.damianofuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christian Butler
Vinci Rego
May 1, 2011
Christian I miss you so much. Everyone misses you and I can't tell you enough what you meant to me. Although it's been one month, i remember each day like you're still here. I pray for you everyday and keep the rose your mom gave me in my locker. r.i.p <3
April 15, 2011
Dear Chris and Tess
I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your son. I remember when chris would bring him to the hospital bookbag in tow. Love and Prayers to you both.
Teresa Reilly
Tammy Reevey
April 10, 2011
Dear Chris and Tess, I'm sorry to hear about your loss.I'm praying for you and your family.
April 8, 2011
Dear Chris and Theresa,
I was devastated to hear about the loss of your son. I pray for some peace for both of you.
Phyllis Novick (Sutton) LPN school
April 7, 2011
To the family and friends of Christian,
I lit a candle for you and for Christian on the night this happened. I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you and for him.
Heather Petrucelli-Zweidinger
April 7, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you both.
April 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You can be assured of my prayers.
The memories you have will keep you strong . (Sr. Roseann Fernandez, MPF, Rio Rancho, New Mexico - Christians principal at Holy Trinity School)
[email protected]
angel gonzalez
April 6, 2011
Dear butler Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family on the loss of christian.Keep the good times and memories always in your heart were he will live forever.God bless you all.
Angel & Denise Gonzalez
Long Branch Schools
Gloria Clay
April 6, 2011
Teresa and husband. I'm sorry for your lost. Remembering you and your son. Stay strong in your faith. love G.Clay
April 6, 2011
My heartfelt sympathies to the Bulter Family . Christian may you rest in peace...... Mary Ann Romano ,Long Branch
Mary Szalay
April 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
The Szalay and Delima Family
Lisa Steinhauser
April 6, 2011
Dear Chris and Tess, Christian will be missed dearly by my son. I am glad i had the pleasure of spending time with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Steinhauser ( Hunter's Mom)
Valerie Evans
April 6, 2011
Dearest Chris & Tess, our heartfelt sympathies to you and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you....Christian is flying with the Angels. Val & Mike Hickey
Maldonado Family
April 6, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Randi mahedy
April 6, 2011
May god bless you and your familiy, ,Our thoughts and prays are with you all at this time of sorrow.. Christian you will be trully missed by all the wonderful people you new and loved, You will always be a gift from god Peace be with you all.forever always..
ERIC "MOOCH" MUCCIO
April 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ed Kensek
April 5, 2011
Chris and Tess , My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time of greif... May your memories bring you comfort at this time of sorrow ..
My deepest heartfelt sympathy for you both ..
Ed Kensek
Marietta Datar
April 5, 2011
May the light guide you to eternal happiness.Go in peace. My prayers are with you & your Mom & Dad.
April 5, 2011
May his love and light shine in all of us.
Kathleen Conley(Ludovico)
April 5, 2011
He was always kind, and polite, and cared about others. Sending Prayers to the whole family. May God Bless
Paul Bitterly and The Bitterly Family
April 5, 2011
He was always caring, polite, and a considerate. He even took the time to teach me how to longboard.Christian you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family.
cielo borges
April 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cielo (Aguja), Paulo, Sydney, Suzana, Sadie Borges (Green, OH).
April 5, 2011
our deepest sympathy Kristina & Pam Thomas.
Rose Nunes
April 5, 2011
Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.. Christian will be in our hearts always.. Kevin & Rose
The Cleveland Family
April 5, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and your family.
Lino, Amelia, Paolo and Carlo Aguja
April 5, 2011
Our deepest symphathy. With all our prayers.
April 5, 2011
MY God Be With You at this time. My deepest sympathy.
Wanda Vazquez and Family ( Teacher in Long Branch)
April 5, 2011
i did not know him but my husband works in the school and knew him. it upsets us our heartfelt sympathys are with you and a prayer for christian. the vargas family
April 5, 2011
i did not know him but my husband worked at the school and said he was a nice kid, our hearts full of sympathy go out to you. all of this upsets us. the vargas family
Dionne Carrion
April 5, 2011
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
Dionne Beal Carrion
April 5, 2011
My heart breaks for both Chris and Tess for their terrible loss. I always heard of Christian being a good kid, good athlete, great son. I wish I knew how to take your pain away. My deepest sympathy for you both.
Maria Puryear
April 5, 2011
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go to you and your family. My heart breaks for all of you!
The Moure Family.
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