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Robert Butler Obituary

Senior Master Sergeant Robert L. Butler entered eternal rest on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at the age of 73. He was a proud alumnus of Booker T Washington High School. He served 37 years in the US Air Force. He was a former employee of the Grain Elevator, NOPSI/LP&L/Entergy, ServiceMaster, and entrepreneur. He was a faithful member of Abundant Life Tabernacle FGBC. Preceded in death by Beatrice Butler and Joseph Butler, Sr, Catherine Charlot, Henry Charlot, Sr, Sandra Harper, Melvin Butler, Ellis Butler, Sr; Janice Proby, Malcom Butler, Sr, Joanne Hamilton, Carol Charlot, Roslyn Sampson, and Giselle Charlot. From the union with Nelda C Butler came his pride and joy Zaneta B Williams (Timothy). With his beloved and devoted wife of 35 years, Joyce R Butler, created two daughters the apple of his eyes Joy L Butler and his saving grace Faith J Butler. Four precious grandchildren Imani Williams, Jordan Butler, Travis Thornton, Jr, and Justin Butler. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, daughters, valued son-in-law, grandchildren, Aunt Sylvania Manchester, and siblings Joseph Jr. (Thelma), Leon, Sr, (Judy), and Carlos Butler. Loretta Mano, Murray, Leroy, and Terry Davis. Helene and Henry Charlot, Jr (Kim). His sister-in-law Dorothy Butler and brother-in-law Terre Sampson. A host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Funeral services will be held at Abundant Life Tabernacle, 1701 Franklin Ave. Saturday, March 12, 2022, Visitation 9:00AM, Services 10:00AM. Burial Mount Olivet Cemetery. Services Entrusted to the Caring Staff of: Professional Funeral Services. "Celebrating Life ' 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. 504-948-7447. Please visit www.pfsneworleans.com to Sign Guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Mar. 8 to Mar. 12, 2022.

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Rodney Hodges

March 15, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

BC Lawson

March 14, 2022

On behalf of the men and women of the 926th Fighter Wing Alumni Association, we offer our condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We wish for rich memories in the days ahead. "Cajuns Always, Better Than The Best". Chiefs BC & Judy Lawson

Ed Spears

March 12, 2022

My condolences to the family. May Bob rest in peace. BTW class of 1973.

Tamoria Blond

March 11, 2022

My condolences to the family. May God give you comfort during this time.

LINDA AUGUST DEGRUY

March 10, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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