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Renee Butts Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Renee "Bootsy" Butts, born March 25, 1949, passed away March 3, 2015 at her residence. Preceded in death by father Lonnie Minor Sr. and mother Margaret Dickey; husband William Walter Butts; brother Nathaniel Smith and Darryl Minor. She leaves to cherish her memories, beloved and devoted daughter Rhonda Smith (Marcus) Pennywell of Dallas, Texas; brothers Larry, Lonnie Jr., Jeffrey, and Terry Minor; sisters Bettye Smith, Marlene Smith and Sherryl Wilson; granddaughters Mirakal and MaKayla Pennywell; nieces Lisa Schooler, Katrina and Tanika Smith; great nieces Jordan Smith; great-great nieces Kamiyah Blair; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; family friends Shirley Jones, Brenda Whitman, Pam Flack, and Toi Howard; special friends Darcus Johnson, Tammy Edwards, Gail Montgomery, Beverly Mack, Claude "Boo" Mattress, Lauren Walker, and the Hawkins family. Flowers may be delivered to the church Saturday morning. Family will gather on Saturday March 14, 2015 at 10:00 am at 4312 Skyline Dr, Knoxville, TN 37914. Family will receive friends Saturday March 14, 2015 11:30 am-12:00 pm at Rogers Memorial Baptist Church, 520 College Street Knoxville, TN, with funeral service to follow, Rev. Michel SE Caldwell officiating. Interment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Service to conclude with white dove release. Professional arrangements entrusted to Patton Funeral Home, Brian L. Buckmon, LFD. 1-800-824-8283 www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Renee Butts
Neshia
March 19, 2015
I use to work with Mrs. Renee & she was the sweetest lady. I'm sorry for your lost & you will stay in my prayers.
March 16, 2015
SO sorry for your lost Rhonda there's no love like a Mothers Love for her child my prayers are with you and Family. Felicia Murphy Bone
Jagade DeBurns
March 15, 2015
To the Family May God Give You Strength And Give You Peace During The loss Of Your Loved One.
Sharron Reeves
March 14, 2015
We love you and miss you at work. We miss your laughter most of all. Everyone at Ovations miss's you terribly. May GOD be with you and your family. In my prayers always.
March 14, 2015
Tyrone Moore
United Class '67
March 13, 2015
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Renee Butts and pray that your memories bring you peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead.
gwendolyn chaney-miller
March 13, 2015
Love you
james yarbrough
March 13, 2015
I will miss you in ways that can't be explained! You will forever be in my heart and missed love you always and forever!! Until I see you on the other side keep watching over us!!! In your words your son!! I'm see you later you know we don't say that other word.. Family you all know you are and will always be in our prayers..
Deborah Hopewell- Jackson
March 13, 2015
Ronda & Marlene, Family: Sorry to hear the passing of Bootsy. May God give you & the family comfort & strength, during this time and the days ahead.
Charlotte Holt
March 13, 2015
Our deepest condolences for your lost! May your memories bring you comfort and peace. May God grant you understanding and healing to your heart.
Lenoir & Holt families
Jaye & Francesca Roberts
March 12, 2015
Rhonda, We're so sorry for your loss, praying for you and your entire family. We love you so much, God's Grace & Peace.
Tami McFall-Rose
March 12, 2015
Rhonda & Marlene: I know we've lost touch, but I wanted you to know that Renee will be missed. The old neighborhood will never be the same. I'm sorry for your loss. She can laugh with my Mom in heaven now.
Harriet and William Wilson
March 12, 2015
Our prays and love go out to your family during this time of bereavement. We love you and will miss you
Chernita Zachery
March 12, 2015
May you rest in peace... The struggle is over... No more pain
Tracie Russell
March 12, 2015
I'm going to miss you so much. Love you
Mary Patterson
March 12, 2015
I pray for God's loving arms to comfort you all during this time of bereavement.
Mary Patterson
Mary Patterson
March 12, 2015
My prayers are with your family during this time of bereavement. My God comfort your hearts.
Mary Patterson
James Smith
March 12, 2015
Marlins and Ronda my prays are with you today and you have my deepest sympathies .
Ramonda Wright
March 12, 2015
R.I.P Boosty your family is in my prayers..
Cecelia Davenport
March 12, 2015
My heart goes out to you all. I will love and miss Bootsy. Trust in Jehovah with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, he will call And we will answer. We will see Bootsy again.
March 12, 2015
Praying for the loss of your love one. Renne was such a beautiful person. May the Lord strengthen you. Love Zena Moulden
Franca Audu
March 12, 2015
Rhonda, our taughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong and trust in God.
pat gordon
March 12, 2015
you are in our heart and prayers
Tina Jones
March 12, 2015
It seems so unreal! U will truly be missed. Prayers for the family
Betty Martin
March 12, 2015
Marlene, I know that we have not talked in years but I just saw your sister's obituary. You have my deepest sympathies. May God bring you peace and comfort .
Rodney (Squirrel) Hammond
March 12, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Leslie and Darnell Powell
March 12, 2015
Rhonda, I know this a hard time for you and your family. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Love you friend.
At my desk
Elder Tonja Warren
March 12, 2015
A well beloved friend is gone. Bootsy, I will miss you dearly. I pray your spirit now rests with Jesus.
March 12, 2015
Rhonda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you.
Love,
Angela Rorex and Family
Debra Agnew and Family
March 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are will the family, during this time of loss.
Cathy Parks-Queener
March 12, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
timika russell
March 12, 2015
Auntie Bootsy i will miss you and i am praying for the family
Helen Waters & Family
March 12, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Paulette Blanton - Herbin
March 12, 2015
Marlene & family, so saddened to hear about Renee's passing. I'm sending U my deepest sympathy and my prayers during this difficult time. Love
Liletta Coats
March 12, 2015
Rhonda and family,
You are in my prayers during this difficult time. God bless you.
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