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David Butler Obituary
KEARNEY - David Ronald Butler, 52, of Kearney died Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at his home.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at New Life Assembly with the Revs. Bob Wine, Roger Wendt and Bobby Payne officiating. Burial will be at Kearney Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the church. Cremation will follow the visitation.
O'Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
He was born May 27, 1960, in Kearney to Donald G. and Ardith E. (Allen) Butler.
On Feb. 29, 2000, he married Merry Veal in Kearney.
Survivors include his wife; sons, Daniel Butler of Hastings and Zachary Butler and his fiancée, Mary McAtee, of Ames, Iowa; daughters, Jessie McCleary of Pullman, Wash., and Hayden Butler of West Des Moines, Iowa; his parents of Kearney; brothers, Alan Butler and wife, Jill, of Elkhorn, Jon Butler and his wife, Jacquie, of Kearney and Brad Butler and his wife, Chris, of Loomis; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends; and special friends, Jake and Abbi Kolar of Kearney and Darrin and Denise Hunt of Elm Creek. He leaves behind Jake, the bulldog, and Phyllis, the grand bulldog.
He received his education from Kearney High School and graduated in 1978. David worked for several departments, including Kearney Police Department, Kearney County Sheriff's Department, York Police Department and Hall County Sheriff's Department and had recently celebrated his 22nd year with the Buffalo County Sheriff's Department.
David enjoyed working on his 1953 Ford F-100 truck named "Hazel" and woodworking.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, an aunt, a nephew and Lucy, the bulldog.
Go to www.newlifekearney.org to view a live telecast of the service.
Memorials are suggested to CaringBridge, Melanoma Research Foundation or Good Samaritan Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Butler
Tim Benson
April 14, 2019
When Butz was in York working for the Sheriff Department He Pulled me over. I did not know he was in town and could not Figure out what I was getting Stopped for. When I saw who was in the car and he stated Laughing. He scared the Hell out of Me!! Dave Thought it was Funny!! And it was. Rest in Peace Old Friend.
Mel Winter
April 24, 2013
Although we lost an awsome man who was careing, funny, easy to talk too and could brighten up the worst days. God gained a soldier and angel that will help him watch over us and protect us wherever we go......
Isaac Gustafson
April 23, 2013
I grew up a few doors down from the Butler family and ran around a bit with younger brother Brad. What a great family, what a great loss so sorry I couldn't be there in person to say goodbye to such a good guy.
April 23, 2013
If we live, we live to the lord; and if we die, we die to the lord,so wether we live or die, we belong to the lord. REST IN PEACE OLD FRIEND..RUSTY BEAVERS
Sean Quinlan (Junior)
April 23, 2013
On April 17 Buffalo Co. lost a great guy, excellent lawman, and a lot of laughs.
Rest in peace Butz, and God love his family and friends.
Kendra Crowell
April 22, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for your family. 9092 you will be missed.
Luann Zastrow
April 22, 2013
Good memories of laughter and friendship when I worked with Dave at the Sheriff's Office years ago. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to his family.
Debbie Bedke
April 22, 2013
Dear Merry and family, you are in my prayers. May you find the peace that only God can give. He will be missed by the whole community, for his dedication and service. Sincerely, Debbie Bedke and family
bambi staab
April 22, 2013
the butler family are in our prayers at this time. bambi staab and family
April 21, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to your whole family. So sorry for your loss. May God grant you the strength to get through this, and remember, because of the sacrifice of Jesus, we will have ETERNAL LIFE! We WILL see Dave again! See you in heaven.... Jon & Kathy Benne
Michelle Jack
April 21, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the entire Butler family. Dave was the greatest guy in the world. He truly had a heart of gold. I met Dave in the early 1980's and have called him my friend since then. It is very hard to imagine living in this world without him. RIP Butz!
Joanna
April 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all those Dave left behind. It is sad to loose such a good person who was a hero in my eyes. Thanks for your help so many years ago.
Al Mayfield
April 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Dave was a good friend, and one of the nicest people who ever graced the Earth, with his life. I will miss him, his jokes, and his wit. Rest easy, old friend, and walk the streets of Glory.
April 21, 2013
Hi,My name is Tim Benson.Dave and I played football from 8Th grade thru High School together.He Was A Great Guy And Friend.So Sorry to Hear of Your Loss.
Kimberly Butler
April 20, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
Molly Scott-Auth
April 20, 2013
Love you so much Uncle Dave!! You will be truly missed! Show them what a real hero is up there. "This is me, watching you, watching him!"
Brandon, Mandy, Grace & Emily Sievers
April 20, 2013
You are loved and will be missed dearly!!
April 20, 2013
Our thoughts are with you all. Chris Vasquez Family Kearney
Jeff Hupp
April 20, 2013
To my Brother in Blue, my friend! GODD BLESS YOU & KEEP YOU! You are truly in a better place & in GODS' hands!!
dwaine & kathleen schmitt
April 20, 2013
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you
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