Mike Butler Obituary
Michael "Mike" Gary Butler, Sr. age 67 of Ferrum passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 at his home. He was born on September 3, 1957 a son of the late Kenneth and Christinia Bullock Butler. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and carpenter by trade building log homes. He loved his family and spending time with them. He will be forever missed and loved by all that knew him.
He is survived by son, Michael G. "Mikey" Butler, Jr.; daughter, Tasha L. Butler (Damian Muse); grandchildren, Haley Gilbert (Brandon Bowman), Adriania Butler, Da 'Shaun Butler, Zachary Butler, Greenley Butler, and A'niyah Butler; three great-grandchildren, Isabel Bowman, Bentley Butler, and Zaydan Bowman; his friend and wife, Michelle Jones Butler; brother, Billy Martin; sister, April Middleton. He is also survived by his very special friend, Kate Austin (Jeremy Harley); his adopted "granddaughter", Heather Lynch; other family members and numerous friends.
It was Mike's wishes for services to be private.
Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.
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