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2015
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George Button Obituary
CREVE COEUR - George Henry Button, 62, of Sheldon, formerly of Creve Coeur, passed away at 12:55 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, at his home.
Born Nov. 20, 1952, in Peoria to William Henry and Hila (Risius) Button Jr., he married Carrie Blum on July 24, 2015, in Sheldon. She survives.
Also surviving are his mother, Hila Button of Creve Coeur; two daughters, Sherri Lyn Button of Peoria and Nancy (Josh Conner) Button of Kankakee; one son, Patrick Henry (Eboni) Button of Rantoul; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five stepchildren; one stepgrandchild; seven stepgreat-granchildren; six sisters, Kathy Button Morton, Karen (Michael) Stocke, Sharon Button Sellers, Teri (Dan) Smith, Maggie (Mike) King and Melody Chambers; and three brothers, William (Cheryl) Button, Ronald (Cindy) Button and Michael (Lori) Button.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Button; and one brother, Paul Button.
George worked in the food industry and restaurant management, retiring in 2013.
He enjoyed shooting pool, bowling and being outdoors, especially fishing and camping.
His memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Creve Coeur. Pastor Charlie McDonald will officiate. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be given to Carle Cancer Center, 509 W. University Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com.
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Rev Ron Talbot
September 19, 2015
Mrs. H. Button and the Button family, sorry about the loss of your son, a husband, brother, friend, and grandfather ... You are in our prayers. May the peace of God comfort your hearts.
September 19, 2015
So sorry for your family's loss He is no longer in pain R.I.P George You will always be one of my favorite bosses and friend.Love Kathy and Gene
September 18, 2015
HI Maggi and family I remember your family..lived down the street.. prayers for your family!!!!! Essie Hamilton DAHMM
Vickie Varela
September 17, 2015
George was a great man. I know the residents at Sheldon Healthcare loved him. He was funny and caring to them all. My condolences to the family and your loss.
September 15, 2015
My deepest sympathy to all the family in the loss of your loved one. I will never forget sitting in Steak & Shake watching George flip those hamburgers.God Bless You All.
Judy Risius
Jackie Becker
September 14, 2015
Sorry for the loss of your love one. Prayers & Sympathy to his Family. May he rest in peace. Depest Sympathy Jackie & Bill Becker.
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