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Allen Butcher Obituary

Allen Butcher

Virden - Allen" Butch" Butcher, 81 of Virden, IL passed away at 6:05 p.m. Monday Dec. 6, 2010 at his home.

Allen was born April 18, 1929 in N. Otter Twp. IL a son of Ira and Velda Guthrie Butcher Sr... He married Rhea Dawn Stewart in 1953, she passed away in 1963, he than married Barbara Jean Smith in 1964 in Virden, IL.

Allen worked as a utility lineman for CIPS for 30 years retiring in 1987. Allen was a U.S. Air Force Korean War veteran; he was serving on the Otter Lake Water Commission Board and was member of the Virden American Legion. He was a former member of the Virden City Council, Virden Library Board and former Sangamac Ambulance Board member. He was very active in the formation of the Virden Little League, and Junior Football League.

Allen is survived by his wife Barb of Virden, IL; sons Brad (Nancy) Butcher of Springfield, IL, Brent (Kim) Butcher of Niles, MI, a daughter Dawnal (Mark) Mahan of Chatham, IL, 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death was his first wife, Rhea Dawn Butcher, brothers Alvis and Lowell Skeens, Ira Butcher Jr. and a sister, Virginia Helmerichs.

Visitation will be from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday Dec. 9, 2010 at Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home, Virden, IL with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. Friday Dec. 10, 2010 at the funeral home. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday Dec. 10, 2010 at St. Catherine's Cemetery, Hagaman, IL. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Virden, IL or to Ronald McDonald House, Springfield, IL. Please visit calvert-ferryfuneralhomes.com to leave a comment for the family.

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Published by The State Journal-Register on Dec. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Allen Butcher

22 Entries

Mike & Darla Tolliver

December 13, 2010

To Dawnal & family: From friend to friend with deepest sympathy & a heartfelt wish for peace & comfort in the days ahead.

Less Boucher

December 13, 2010

We're so sorry to hear about "Butch". He was a lifelong friend of our family, and we still appreciate the time he put in so Virden kids could play baseball and football. Our sympathy to Barb, Brad, Dawnel, Brent and the rest of the family. Julia, Less and Beth Boucher

Mike & Connie Jurgens

December 11, 2010

to Brad & Nancy,...We are saddened to hear of your loss. 'know you & your family made "Butch" proud. love, Mike & Connie Jurgens

Frank & Mary Clark

December 11, 2010

Dawnal, Brad and the Butcher Family,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The wonderful memories of your Father are forever etched into your hearts. Cherish those memories and smile when you think of them.
God Bless you all.

Peggy & Harry Moore

December 10, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

December 9, 2010

Barb~~deepest sympathy to you and your family from your 'other family'~~Our hearts go out to you~~
The class of 1960 at CCHS

December 9, 2010

Dawnal,
you & your family are in our thoughts
and prayers.
Tony & Karen Pyle
Dawn & Kelly

Vauna Snyder Stahl

December 9, 2010

Dawnal and family,

I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. He gave so much of his time to the town of Virden. As the days go on, may your sorrow turn to happy memories and you remember the good times you shared.

Dana McNeely Greene

December 9, 2010

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dana McNeely Greene

Jeannie Scott

December 9, 2010

I am very sorry to about your loss. He was a wonderful guy. I pray that good memories and knowing that others care help in this time of loss.
Bill & Jeannie Scott

Norm and Beth Roughley

December 9, 2010

Brad and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Bobbie Berola

December 9, 2010

Butch's Family,
So very sorry for the loss of Butch. He was one of a kind and will be missed by many. He could light up a room with his smile and wit. Bobbie (Snazzy, his name for me) and Tony Berola

Advanced Healthcare Staff

December 9, 2010

Our thoughts & prayers are with the Butcher family. Allen was an amazing person. We will miss him very much.

December 9, 2010

Barb and Family---Jeannie and I extend our sympathy upon your loss. Butch was one of the guys I looked up to as a kid growing up in Virden. Thankfully, he remained here and made a big contribution to our community over the years. Needless to say, he will be missed. Regards. John and Jeannie Alexander

george and carol kruse

December 9, 2010

barb, we are so sorry for you and your family..butch was a great guy and will be missed. we are here for you if you need us....

Jen Tibbs-Berle

December 9, 2010

Thinking of the Butcher family during this hard time. Allen was a wonderful uncle and a great role model. He will be missed by the Tibbs-Berle family.

Joyce (Kime) Smith

December 9, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Allen's passing. He was a wonderful person and we are all better people for knowing him. He will be missed.

Ryan Buckles

December 9, 2010

Barb, Dawnal and all of the Butcer Family - My deepest sympathy. Allan was a good man. He will be missed.

HAROLD PIERSON

December 9, 2010

sorry to hear about ALLEN,s passing I thought he was a great man.

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