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Charles Buttrum Obituary
69, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 16, 2014. Charles was born December 27, 1944 to Paul and Laverne Buttrum in Houston, TX. Early on Chuck began his career in construction as a custom builder. He later started Northwood Construction in Flagstaff. He had a gift for creativity and it showed in everything he did. His custom home designs were unique and beautiful. Chuck was always one to make a joke and laugh with you, his charisma was undeniable. Chuck was talented and intelligent in so many ways. He enjoyed cooking, building and creating ceramics. He had a great love for his country, always keeping up on local and national politics, and was active with the NRA. Throughout his life Chuck loved to collect and enjoy firearms, which he deeply believed was part of his freedom as a proud American. His love for his family was deep. Charles is survived by his son Ron, and his wife Carrie, daughter Rhonda and her husband Jim, brothers Don and his wife Roberta, Roger and his wife Erlene, and sisters Priscilla and Lavona. He adored his grandchildren, Michele, Amanda, Allison, Taylor and Nicholas. Chuck's life will be celebrated Saturday, Jan 25th at 1 to 4 PM at 10111 N El Mirage Rd. El Mirage, AZ 85335.
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Claire Barnes
January 17, 2024
10 years. A very long 10 years. Chuck was the most talented man, who could do anything. We celebrate your life and so thankful you were (and still are in so many ways) a part of our lives.
Rhonda
January 17, 2022
Boy a lot has changed since you've been gone. I'm trying to stay strong like you were. I miss you dad, and I wish so bad that you were here.
Rhonda Penrod
January 17, 2021
Still miss you every day. ❤
Lavona Buttrum
January 17, 2021
My favorite brother was fun, funny, and he was a great cook. I miss him every day, he was my buddy and friend. I could talk to him about anything and he would listen, he was very special. Love you Chuck, see you again one day!
Claire Barnes
January 17, 2020
I am so blessed to have spent your last breath with you. Seems like yesterday you were laughing, making others laugh, enjoying life, and planning for the future. You are at peace, no more back pain or dogs barking (feet hurt). Ill see you at Heavens gate.
Tamara Press
January 23, 2014
I loved you uncle chuck and I hope and pray that you had a chance to ask our lord and savior into your heart God bless you
Karen Card
January 23, 2014
My deepest sympathy to The Buttrum Family.
Claire Barnes
January 23, 2014
Nothing needs to be said. We both knew. The world will be less bright without you in it.
Rhonda Penrod
January 23, 2014
I will miss you Dad! I wish we had more time together!
Carole Lowe Beath
January 23, 2014
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Priscilla, I remember Charles Lee as a young man in Flagstaff.
I am so sorry.
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