Howard Douglas "Butch" Lovering Jr.
Howard Douglas "Butch" Lovering Jr.
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He graduated from Arlington High School in 1960 and then attended Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, NH. He graduated from Norwich University in Northfield, VT, in 1966 and received his Master's degree in 1976 from Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH.
Butch proudly served in the US Army, earning two Bronze Stars with Valor along with other honors during his tour in Vietnam.
Butch's career as an educator, vice principal (in charge of vice, as he said), and coach in Massachusetts and Vermont spanned a period of 34 years, retiring in 2001.His passion was coaching ice hockey and football during his career in Vermont and was most proud of his championship wins over the years.
He spent the last 22 years living in The Villages, FL, practicing and hoping to perfect his game of golf.
He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Clarence Lovering.
Butch is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judy Whittemore Lovering, daughter, Kristen Chisholm(James), son, Michael(Erin), sister, Nancy Johnston(Bill), grandchildren, Colin Spaulding (Misty), Camden Spaulding(Michaela), Kayla, Duncan, and Roderick Chisholm, Molly, Mia, and Maggie Lovering, and two great-grandchildren, Brantley and Maverick Spaulding.
A burial ceremony will be held at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL, on December 11, 2025 at 1pm. A celebration of life is planned for this coming summer.Arrangements are by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Home in The Villages.Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, Alzheimer's Association, Norwich University, or a charity of one's choice.
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Deb Pratt
Yesterday
Dear Judy--- we are all so sad, wish we weren't so far away. We're going over memories and old photos and sending so much love your way. He was so full of joy and good will, I know you will miss him so much. Please reach out when things become a little quieter, we are thinking of you all, sending love Deb Pratt
Melinda Callanan
Yesterday
Beloved human being to us all.
Anne Whitney
Yesterday
Judy and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Butch. He was a great guy and my Johnny thought the world of him.
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Chuck Voghell
Yesterday
My deepest condolences to Judy and the family!
Butch was my coach in my first year in the little league baseball. We would practice down at Watson Field, and I think we were called the Expos. What a wonderful time it was to be coached and mentored by
him, teaching all us kids about baseball and teamwork. Butch would
keep trying to get me to try out for the hockey team. Saying "Chuck,
you would make a good defenseman". I still wish I had.
Judy, you were such a wonderful and warmhearted teacher. Easy to approach and talk to, as a youth. Thank you both for what you contrib-uted to our local community.
Stacey Ballou
Yesterday
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
He wasn´t just a principal - he was a genuine leader, a mentor, and someone who made a lasting impact on everyone who walked through those school doors. I´ll never forget how he retired the same year my class graduated in 2001. At the time, I thought it was the coolest thing ever, and it made our graduating year feel even more special. Moments like that stay with you forever, and it´s a reminder of how truly memorable he made our school experience.
And you... Judy were the kind of teacher everyone loved, respected, and hoped to have. The kind of teacher who showed up, who inspired, who cared. I´m genuinely grateful that I had the honor of knowing both him and you. The impact you both had on so many of us will never be forgotten.
Please know that I´m keeping you and your entire family in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the love surrounding you and the beautiful legacy he leaves behind.
Tony Bean
Yesterday
A great mentor as a teacher and a coach. He brought out the best in everyone and made us better people.
Sending my condolences and love out to his family.
Joann Cammarata Kocyk
November 19, 2025
Dear Judy
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Butch.
donald f doherty
November 19, 2025
he led an exemplary life that we admire, without losing the human touch he was known for,
our condolences to his family and fiends. doanld and susan whitney doherty. class of 1960.
Sandy Nicoloro Montana
November 19, 2025
Judy, so sorry for your loss, Butch was an accomplished, great guy. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Steve Quattrocchi
November 19, 2025
Jan and I send our deepest sympathies to you Judy and your family. It was great seeing you both at the High School reunion a few years ago. Butch played golf at York that year, which was the last time I saw
you both. Since I was in charge of the golf for the reunion, I kept hoping you guys would come back for another reunion. Stay well!
Audrey and Gabe
November 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss butch was a great guy. Love Audrey and Gabe.
Bill and Karen Collins
November 19, 2025
I spent a lot of time with Butch growing up in Arlington and playing on the Football and Hockey (Championship!) teams. Karen and I send our deepest sympathies to you Judy and your family. It was great seeing you both at the High School reunion a few years ago.
Judy Baines
November 18, 2025
So many great memories, Judy Baines ,he was so close to my dad Wally Baines at Norwich , and I babysat you all , sending love
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