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LeRoy Butherus Obituary
Survivors: wife Diane; daughters, son-in-law, Camille Kraeplin, Dallas, Courtney and Patrick McCashland, Lincoln; grandchildren, Caleb and Conner Kraeplin, Megan, Mariah, Noah and Nathan McCashland; brother, sister-in-law, Art and Carol Butherus, Greeley, Colo.; sister, brother-in-law, Ella and Ivan Munson, Glendale, Ariz.; nieces; and nephews. Preceded in death by: son, Curtis; two brothers.
Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2110 Sheridan Blvd. The Rev. Dr. Andrew McDonald. Wyuka Cemetery. Pallbearers: Andrew Hove, John Beideck, Bill Harm, Jack Winter, Don Erway, Dick Geier. Visitation: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today, with family present 7-8 p.m., Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home, 4040 A St.; one hour prior to services, church. Memorials: Sesostris Shrine Building Fund; University of Nebraska Athletic Department; Westminster Presbyterian Church; Leukemia Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for LeRoy Butherus
Sheryl (Whitmus) Cobb
March 8, 2005
Dear Diane and Family,
My friend, Bunni (Howland) Slater told me of Leroy's passing. You and your family have my most sincere sympathy. The two of you were together since Junior High, so his death must leave a huge hole in your lives. I didn't know him well, but I have always looked up to you as models of what a loving couple should be. I'm sorry I didn't hear sooner. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sheryl
Norma and Allen Christiansen
February 25, 2005
We were so sorry to hear about Leroy. Leroy was such a wonderful and sincere person. He had so many friends. My (Norma) friendship goes back to junior high and we even attended the same church. He will be missed. Our prayers are that you will know that God will give you strenth at this difficult time.
Mary Shelledy Ralston
February 21, 2005
I'm so very sotrry to hear ot LeRpy's passing. He was a genuinely good guy, and the two of you were a smashing couple. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gary & Marilyn Maul
February 19, 2005
We extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. I (Marilyn) remember you and LeRoy in the halls of LHS.
David and Barbara Stoeve
February 19, 2005
Diane and Family,
Your friends and neighbors on Encanto Drive will gather soon to remember LeRoy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you tonight as we look out over the golf course LeRoy loved to play. God be with you during this trying time. We love you.
Love,
David and Barbara Stoeve
Marian Hardt
February 19, 2005
With deepest sympathy
Linda & Marian Hardt
San Diego, CA
coranne moss
February 19, 2005
Dear Diane and Family,
So sorry to hear of Leroy's death. He gave me my first job in a funeral home and did much to help me learn. I worked for him the summer Patrick was away in mortuary school. My prayers are with you all.
Al & Joann Graves
February 19, 2005
Dear Diane & Family,
Al & I were saddened to learn of LeRoy's sudden illness and death. May the Lord help you through these difficult days. And may your heart soon be filled with the wonderful memories you shared rather than the sadness of his loss you now feel.
God Bless you all.
With our sincere sympathy.
Charlie Becker
February 19, 2005
Dearest Diane,
I just received word from Bill Bywater that Lee had died...what a shock...I'm so sorry. Lee hired me in about 1974 to live/work at Beckman-Butherus Funeral Home in Iowa City. I was a student at the University of Iowa. The thought of free rent, and the opportunity to make a little money on the side, was too good to resist for a very poor college student. My Dad had died when I was in junior high, so I was always a little uncomfortable around a funeral home setting. Lee was such a wonderful man. He made me feel welcome and like a part the family. On a number of occasions I came out to your place to babysit the kids. Once we had the VA ambulance contract, on Christmas Eve, Lee asked me if I would do him a favor...I didn't hesitate to say yes. So John Kalsbeck and I drove a man who was terminal with cancer, home to Kansas, to be with his family...one of my most memorable Christmas'. On a lighter note, Lee had me dress up like a chauffeur and pick-up some of Bill Bywater's friends at the Cedar Rapids airport. That was my first visit with Bill, and we have been friends ever since. I have so many fond memories...thank you Diane for sharing Lee and your family with me. I am a better person today because our paths crossed.
Take care,
Charlie Becker
Bob & Suz Clinkenbeard
February 19, 2005
Diane, Courtney and Families
Suz and I were shocked to here of Leroys passing. We will certianly keep you and yours in our prayers. I so much enjoyed working with him, it just won't be the same. Although retired when he walked in things just seemed to go smoother. The City of Lincoln will not be the same without him. As will all of us.
We offer our deepest sympathy and wish we could be with you in your time of need.
Don & Marlene Leising
February 19, 2005
We are indeed saddened to learn of LeRoy's passing. He will certainly be missed by his many friends. May our Lord grant you all a special measure of His love at this time.
Bob and Cathy Serr
February 19, 2005
Dear Diane,
We are so sad to learn of LeRoy's passing and are sorry we can't be there for his funeral. I know it will be a great tribute to him. He led such a full life and you must be very proud of him. May all the happy memories sustain you and your family through this difficult time.
Our love and prayers go out to you,
Cathy and Bob Serr
Willa Arledge Mussman
February 18, 2005
Diane and Family,
Sincere sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Willa Mussman
Jerry Gilbert
February 18, 2005
Diane:
You and LeRoy were the perfect couple. Our prayers are with you.
Rollie,Liz,Johnson,Jack and Joann Lorenzen, Sam and Norma Nelson
February 18, 2005
Diane Butherus & Family
We are all deeply saddened by LeRoy's death. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we learned LeRoy was in the hospital. Even though we will be unable to attend Saturdsy services,
all of us will be with you in spirit. This is with love we all extend you our deepest sympathey. May God keep you and your family in his care
A donation has been made to the Sesostris Building Fund in LeRoy's memory on behalf of each of us.
Mark Chermok
February 18, 2005
Diane,Courtney and Pat:
My deepest sympathies on the passing of Leroy. I was privileged to have been able to work with him many times and to have learned such a great deal. He was also someone I could go to for guidance, reassurance, and advice. I will treasure all that I have carried forward from his wisdom and will keep your family in my prayers during this most diffcult time.
Mark Chermok
Orlan Thomas
February 18, 2005
Diane, I was following the reports on LeRoy and praying for him and you. I am indeed sorry for the news of his passing. I praise the Lord for His promise, that, though we cannot bring him back, we can go to be with him in eternity. You will be in my prayers as the Lord reminds me in the next months. I am reminded of Philippians 1:6 that promises that, "He who has begun a good work in you, will perform it until the coming of Jesus Christ." Yours, Orlan
Larry Good
February 18, 2005
Hi Diane,
Please know we're thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you.
Larry and Marilyn Good
Bill Parrish
February 18, 2005
I knew LeRoy since Saratoga (grade school) and I always knew him to be a very nice guy. Peace be with you, Diane.
Frank Tauriella
February 18, 2005
Dear Diane,
Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Frank & Marjorie Tauriella
Carolyn Magid
February 18, 2005
Hi Diane..............
Please know we're thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you.
Our love, Caroyn & Bernie
Sam and Norma Nelson
February 18, 2005
Dear Diane and Family
Words apppear so inadequate to express our deep feelings and thoughts at this most difficult time. Our friendship began over 50 years ago and will continue forever.
Our love, prayers and condelances are with you and your family.
John BAUDOIN
February 18, 2005
My most sincere condoleances to Diane and her family for the loss of a great and kind man.
I will always remember him.
John Baudoin
Georgia Miller
February 18, 2005
Diane and Family
I am so very sorry for your loss. My mother and stepfather knew LeRoy well. I will always remember LeRoy's compassion and assistance in my mother's funeral. You all should be very proud of his contributions to his community and families during the worst of times. Georgia Miller
Nancy Hergert-Hammond
February 18, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time.
Shirley & Harry Amen
February 18, 2005
Dear Diane,
We are shocked to hear of Leroy's death. We are currently in Sedona so won't be able to attend the funeral but want you to know that we will be their in spirit and will keep you in our prayers.
Shirley & Harry Amen
Julie Geier-Solberg
February 18, 2005
Diane & Family,
I have many fond memories of LeRoy and your family. When I think of him I remember his sense of humor and his smile. You have been such dear friends to my parents through the years. LeRoy was always there when Mom & Dad needed him. He was a joy to know and touched my family dearly. He will be missed. God Bless You.
Marlo & Jean Burg
February 18, 2005
All our love, prayers and condolances are with you at this time of loss. LeRoy was a great friend and will always be missed.
K.E. & Marlene JOHNSON
February 18, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family today.
Betty and Arlen Beam
February 18, 2005
Dear Diane and Family,
We are so saddened to read of LeRoy's death. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you.
Sincerely,
Betty and Arlen
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