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for William Butcher
Ric Fink
July 5, 2024
It's 2024 and I often think of the good times with you and Jenette, and Lynn. I'd by hanging with you today if you were here. You are not forgotten dear friend. I smile at the memories of dinners together. I shed a tear that we are not smiling together today.
Ric Fink
August 23, 2022
Bill, I'm still at a loss, with the loss of you... 13 years later. We had so much fun up on Tamalpais Ave in Fairfax. We 4 laughed so many good times, sometimes taking short walks out into the water district at on a full moon to listen to the owls. We we close friends. After coming back from living 10 years in Kenya you found me in Mill Valley. It was like we had never missed a day together. You are a deep, deep and loved friend of Lynn & myself, Bill. Bless you man. I wish we were hanging out again. What a nice human being you were on this earth....
Cathy Demetrio
July 6, 2022
Annette I think of you and Bill every time I walk past the Left Bank in Lake Forest. I am thinking of all the fun times we all shared with Bill in school and then when you and Bill married.
What an honor to have been part of Bill's life.
My prayers continue for you and your family....
Cathy Demetrio
Peter McCormick
August 10, 2009
Bill was a story teller and entertainer. Humor was important to him. He made me laugh the most with his mixed metaphors, spoonerisms and his madcap impression of The Unknown Comic. I don't know if he knew that he was the funniest when he was just being himself. He brought a lot of laughter to many lives.
Tim Walker
August 6, 2009
In spite of my youthful poor choice, my daughter has grown into a beautiful young woman and mother, thanks, among others, to the loving parenting of Bill Butcher.
Joyce Lashbrook
August 4, 2009
Dear Annette, I was Bill's neighbour a long time ago in Fairfax California. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's going far too soon. The story that I have of him is the following: Bill was holding on to a big deck umbrella and not letting go of it while a big gust of wind blew him and the umbrella up and over the handrailing. He landed in the bamboo bushes below he was not hurt but looked frightfull. That story stayed with us because it was so funny and outrageous. He loved life and knew how to live it. Joyce Lashbrook
Jenette Raymond
August 4, 2009
Bebe...We had a good time in our crazy youth. I'll always be grateful for that fateful day we met. My mom and dad totally disapproved - they later grew to love you as much as I did. You have been a good pal through all these years - I could always count on you to be there for us. I don't think you ever knew what a great guy you were - I hope you can see from all these tributes how many lives you touched and made a difference in. Your heart was as big as the sky. Thanks for all the adventure, the life lessons, my daughters, and friends that we made along the way - I will miss you, my friend, and will see you again. Play some cribbage with Mom and Dad and pet 24 for me. Love always, Jenette
Carl Banks
July 25, 2009
Bill
I cleaned your office out yesterday, had coffee...alone. You know, I was ok, until I tried to remove the picture you had of me and my family under the glass on your desk; and another of my son Jordan holding his trumpet. He is still grateful for the extra lessons you made possible for him. I kept thinking of the lyrics to an old song by Degarmo & Key, Dear Friend:
Seasons changes days go by
People come and people go
Though our paths lead us apart
They will meet one day I know
For I owe you so much, dear friend
For all those treasured times
For you've made me a richer man
Having had you in my life.
I will see you again my friend.
Nancy Bottkol
July 24, 2009
Dear Annette,
You have my deeepest sympathy at this difficult time.
I only got to see a glimps of what Bill was really like, at the dinners and parties that the Haines families kindly invited me to. He always had a story to share or advice give. Bill was a gentleman and cared deeply for his family. I was blessed to get to know him.
July 23, 2009
Annette:
Maureen and I will always remember Bill as a guy who really cared about others and was willing to give his time and money to good causes. He was a mentor to me and was always willing to help us raise funds and give us encouragement for our real estate deals.
Bill could be seen often running the track at Nathan Hale H.S. close to your home. When my son Tyler was on the track team and practicing high jumping a few years ago, Bill would offer encouragement to him often, Tyler would come home and say "that Bill fried of yours told me to do this or that", etc. Tyler came in second that year in state, I always told Bill that his encouragement and helpful hints really helped him a lot.
The funniest thing that ever happened with Bill though was on the golf course in Snohomish a few years ago. He had just bought a new driver at a yard sale and we had to listen to him talk about the great deal he had gotten purchasing it and how well it worked, it was endless, all day long. We were standing on the 18th tee box waiting to tee off and an errant golf ball flew in from another fairway hitting his driver squarely in the middle of the head imparting a large dent, actually flattening it a little. It was a one in a million occurrence, we laughed until we cried, looking at his smashed driver and his way of playing it up as if he was really devastated.
Although we are saddened by his leaving us we are motivated by his example of service to others and will try to do our part to fill the void left by him.
God Bless Bill.
Bart and Maureen Flora
Cheri&Allister MacKinnon
July 23, 2009
Annette,
Thank you for willingly sharing Bill with us. You both have been so giving of your time and friendship without question. We are very sad that Bill will not be able to go to the hockey games,but I know he is in good hands. We are thinking of you and if you have any desire to see another hockey game or anthing else please call us anytime.
Debbie Kahla
July 23, 2009
Annette, I am so far away now to give you the hug you need, but know that Jesus is with you always to guide you and hold you in his arms.
You gave two of my wonderful dogs the best homes that any person could have hoped for. Bill cherished them and was never short on stories about them.
I can't tell you how I will miss him as a finacial councilor and a dear friend.
All my love
Debbie Kahla
Bill & Jane Lewis
July 21, 2009
Bill was really great to our family. He was always a great friend and adviser. He is missed greatly here.
I wish Annette our deepest sympathy, and for her to know that she is in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Leslie Johnson
July 21, 2009
Annette and Family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Bill's passing was quite a surprise and still hard to believe. We, here at CALCOE FCU, enjoyed all the years of Bill's wit, charm and professionalism. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Leslie Johnson, CALCOE FCU, Yakima WA
July 19, 2009
Annette,
Bill’s passing was so sudden and unexpected, it’s still hard for us to fathom. It makes us realize just how precious --- and precarious --- life really is.
Bill was our close neighbor and good friend for 18 years (wow, time flies when you’re having fun and living the good life on Thornton Creek). It goes without saying that things will be different in “the compound” without him. We’ll miss just chatting with Bill in the front yard and collaborating with him on our next joint project ----- whether it’s shoveling snow or sandbagging or repairing the mailboxes after the 4th of July. Of course, we’ll miss those great margaritas he fixed for us on many a hot summer afternoon!! We’ll miss his stories and jokes, his out-going spirit and enthusiastic nature.
It’s incredibly sad that he’s gone, but we’ll never forget him and part of him will always be here on Thornton Creek with us………..in the breeze that kicks up on the creek in the late afternoon, in the sunshine and rain, in the grass and trees and flowers that Bill loved and looked after so diligently. These things will remind us of Bill and the good times we shared together.
Our thoughts and deep sympathy are with you and your family at this time. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to provide help or comfort. Just as we could always count on Bill to lend a hand, and to watch over things in our absence, we’re here to help however we can.
Your buddies next door,
Marnie & Norm
Matt Meyers
July 17, 2009
Dear Annette:
It is with great sadness that we learned of Bill's passing from Carl, and we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Bill was a terrific friend and mentor who took on "the young guy" from Fred Camp some time ago. Bill's kindness, humor and sincere friendship will be remembered by us always.
-Matt, Nicolle and "Baby Jack" Meyers
Dale & Donna Mendenhall
July 16, 2009
Annette,
Donna and I will miss Bill terribly despite living in Idaho and only having been able to see the pair of you once each year for the past three years. Bill helped me through my pain and troubled times for which I was so greatful. Our prayers are with and for you. When visiting Seattle we will give you a call. God be with you. Our love -
Dale and Donna
Evie Chung
July 16, 2009
Dear Annette; I can't believe Bill is not with us anymore, he has always been not just my advisor, but a good friend through all the years I've known him. A great guy no longer walks among us, and I am deeply saddened by his passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Know that he will live on in all of our hearts and in the good memories we all have of him.
Happy & Jack Leicht
July 15, 2009
Dear Annette and family, There are no words I can think of that will convey the real loss we feel in Bill's passing. He was so much more that a broker to us. Jack and I relied so much on his advise and friendship. I know he will be missed so much by everyone he touched. Our love to you Jack & Happy Leicht
Felice Kelly
July 15, 2009
Dear Annette, Johanna, Jeff, and Jack,
Natalie and I were deeply saddened to hear of Bill's sudden illness and death. He always had so much vim and vigor! Maybe it's for the best that we won't do Thanksgiving at The Farm this year. The party would seem empty without him. Hopefully I'll find a stamp and write you guys a proper letter, but in the meantime, please know that we are thinking of you all.
Deanna Loepker
July 15, 2009
Annette, I always enjoyed working with Bill at A.G.Edwards, all of those years, with all of his colorful stories. I am so sorry for your loss; you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Sliger
July 15, 2009
Bill was more than an investment counselor, he was a friend. He took the time to know me and my needs. He was there whenever I needed him as he was with many if not all his clients. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Ernest Parrent
July 15, 2009
Annette and family,
It was my pleasure and good fortune to have met Bill in the 80's. Losing my friend whose generosity of spirit made him seem more like a brother than a broker, leaves a giant hole in my heart. My good memories will keep Bill alive. It is my prayer you will find comfort and acceptance, and In time, your treasured memories will provide peace.
Ernie Parrent,
Coulee City, WA
Ernest Parrent
July 15, 2009
Annette and family,
It was my pleasure and good fortune to have met Bill in the 80's. Losing my friend whose generosity of spirit made him seem more like a brother than a broker, leaves a giant hole in my heart. My good memories will keep Bill alive. It is my prayer you will find comfort and acceptance, and In time, your treasured memories will provide peace.
Ernie Parrent,
Coulee City, WA
July 15, 2009
Annette and family,
I am sorry to hear about the death of Bill. I had the privilege of knowing and teaching Bill in the 8th grade at St. A's.
Bill was a student every teacher would like to have in class as he always had a twinkle in his eyes and something to say.
I am glad that I had the opportunity to
see him at the 50th reunion. I still hear his voice and see him as he read the letter to me that the class had written 50 years ago. The "twinkle" in his eyes was stll there.
May prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Sister James Michael, S.P.
8th Grade Teacher
July 14, 2009
Dear Annette Of all the people that I have met in my 75 years Bill stands out as someone that left a cherished memory. Not only was he someone that I trusted with the management of my portfolio but someone whose friendship I will always hold dear. Miss him
Roger Majewski...Chandler,AZ Chicago connection
folio
Sally Wickham Stemwedel
July 14, 2009
Annette,
I hadn't seen Bill in 50 years when I had the pleasure of sharing St. A's 50th reunion festivities with him in Evanston, IL last Sept. It seems to me that he made an extraordinary transition from 8th grade to adulthood--he kept all the interest and fun alive despite "growing up". He made the reunion fun for us all.
We wish you happy memories to overcome the sadness. We'll hold you all in our prayers.
Cathy Demetrio
July 14, 2009
Annette please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I, as well as all who knew Bill, were saddened by the news of is passing. Bill was the pillar who was so instrumental in making our 50th reunion such a success. Bill was a kind caring gentleman… a real class act. His stories and antidotes kept us with a smile on our faces and a good feeling inside. All who had the fortune of knowing him will miss Bill. We now have an angel watching over us. Cathy Demetrio
Marcia Trepp
July 13, 2009
Dear Annette,
Your may not remember us, but we certainly remember Bill. We were very sad to read of his passing. We lived on 43rd Ave NE for many years and you were both great neighbors. I will never forget when Stacy died and Bill reminded me of the many times he would "watch her doing cartwheels all the way down the street after she got off the school bus". May your memories sustain through this difficult time.
Marcia & Dave Trepp
Sally Ricketts Milici
July 13, 2009
Dear Annette,
I cannot believe that Bill is gone! What an outrage! I will always remember him bringing me peach ice cream [which we shared] when he rode his bicycle up the alley because I was grounded in the summer of 7th grade! A dear man even as a kid in Evanston. So glad I got to have dinner at your lovely home and share stories. Glad I made that 50th reunion too! Who knew it would be our last visit! I am so sorry! Peace be with you.
John Hayes
July 13, 2009
I also have been separated from Bill for nearly the past 50 years. His smile and laugh were most contagious. He left all those he encountered with special memories of work, school or play, either from old times or recent. Bill will be surely missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones.
Anne Johnson
July 13, 2009
Bill was by neighbor through my Jr High and Highschool years. What a nice man he was and a good person to have on your side... litteraly and figuratively.
I will hold close the memories of our dogs chasing each other in the yard and him being constant support for my family.
Annette, I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Much Love
Anne
Brian Wright
July 13, 2009
When I first met Bill, more than twenty years ago, I was a broker at a large wirehouse- and very disillusioned with the industry. He said, "Brian you're not in the wrong industy, you're with the wrong firm". Bill cared about his clients and always put them first. I am now with a good firm and enjoying my career- and able to help my clients- because of Bill.
Brad and Nancy Meyers
July 13, 2009
Annette, We knew Bill through his extraordinary kindness and fondness for our son, Matt Meyers, who, I think, he had accepted as a client when he was 13 (he is now 30) and trying to buy stock with his Christmas money! We had the pleasure of dining with the two of you once and enjoying all of Bill's stories of the events in his life. We are so sorry that he was taken from you and all those who loved him so prematurely. Heaven has received a very kind soul. Brad and Nancy Meyers
John Knepper
July 13, 2009
I first met Bill over 50 years ago in grade school. We had our 50th reunion a few months ago, and he hadn’t changed a bit - still the gregarious life of the party. I’ll always remember him like that. Even though I haven’t been with Bill but twice in the past 50 years, we talked and laughed as if we saw each other all the time.
I don’t know if Bill was financially successful, but when it comes to making and keeping friends he was one of the most successful people I’ve ever met. It really saddens me to think that he isn’t still out there telling stories.
karen levandowski
July 13, 2009
"...As a proud alumnus of Evanston's St. George High School, he was a
member of their league champion football teams of 1961 and 1962..."
......I am sure he was greeted on the other side by Coach Levandowski.....and was ..."asked../..made" ... to do....." x" ...number of push ups ... before being allowed to join the heavenly team
...Coach's daughter
Ann (Corcoran) Tarjan
July 12, 2009
Dear Annette and Family,
I saw Bill at our 50th St. A's grade School reunion last Sept...and remember him from our 30th. What a true "adventure in life" you had with him for so many years...and his anecdotes, stories, humor and kindness will have a special place in YOUR hearts...as well as those of us who were fortunate to have known him. My hope is those assets he had will take you through the difficult times. Peace.
Jo Stang
July 12, 2009
Annette,
I haven't been able to put into words what Bill meant to me. Without him I don't know what I would have done when Mom died, or so many other times in my life. He had a way in which he said things to help me. I tried to call him the week he was sick to just talk to him. I will miss him a lot. He has been part of my life for so many years. And I will never forget to really proof read anything before it goes to the printers. Story from a long time ago. I tried never to let him down.
He will be missed.
Jo Ann Stang
ex sister in law but he was a friend I could count on.
Mike Byrne
July 12, 2009
Dear Annette,
My condolances. I saw Bill at our 50th grade school reunion, It was no surprise that he was the life of the party. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Mike Byrne, Tampa FL
July 12, 2009
Dear Annette:
Don't know that you will remember me or not, but I could never forget Bill Butcher at Boettcher & Co. I was his assistant as well as for Fred Camp. I will always remember the Christmas party that was held at the Joshua Green mansion. We all had done enough partying, but decided to continue on at the Hunt Club at the Sorrento Hotel. You and Bill came along. We were the loud and rowdy ones, Bill only drank 7-Up, but he got kicked out right along with us!
It was a challenge at times working with Bill Butcher, but it was never boring! I still have the jade earrings you two gave me for a present one year.
I am so sorry for your loss as this is way too soon for Bill to be gone. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Margie Newman (formerly at Boettcher & Co. now at Ragen MacKenzie)
Kathleen Haines-Cramer
July 11, 2009
Dear Annette, Russell and Jet,
We will miss Dad so much! Who will grumble at family dinners over all the extra fuss in the future and who will decide when the turkey is finished on the bar-be?
We will miss all the stories, e-mails, and jokes that entertained us for years. But most of all, we will miss the kindness that he showed to those who struggled and needed help whether it was with money, or furniture moving, or advise! He just didn't want to move the old TV's from Granny's house this summer or have shoulder surgery in September!
Please remember that he is in every sunrise each morning and that he will continue to watch over all of us.
Hugs and Kisses, Kathleen Haines Cramer, proud sister-in-law to "MR. Bill"
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