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Lance Butler Obituary
SPARTANBURG, SC-- Lance Chilton Butler, age 54, died Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Spartanburg Regional Hospital.
Born in Washington, DC on October 9, 1953, he was the son of Gilbert Raynor and Dolores White Butler. Mr. Butler was a member of Jesus Our Risen Savior Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Mary Queen of Peace Council 9575, and the Southern Thunder Motorcycle Group. He was a graduate of Bishop England High School, class of 1971 and the Florida Institute of Technology where he received his MBA.
Along with his mother, he is survived by his wife, Denise Combs Butler; two sons, Neil Butler of Lyman, and Evan Butler of the U.S. Air Force; three daughters, Amy Butler of Inman, Rachel Butler of Steubenville, OH, and Megan Butler of Spartanburg; a brother, Paul Butler of Halifax, VA; and one grandchild, Cortland Isaac Butler.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Dunbar Funeral Home. A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Jesus Our Risen Savior Catholic Church, conducted by Rev. Eugene Leonard, Rev. Michael McCafferty, and Deacon Robert Sturm. A private inurnment will be held at Greenlawn Heritage Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 3535 Pelham Road, Suite 101, Greenville, SC 29615 or the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615.
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.jmdunbar.com.
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maureen camp benton
October 10, 2008
Dear Denise and Family,
I was very saddened when I heard of Lance passing. Even thou it been more years than I would like to count, I can still recall Lance's smile and what a great person. He had a good heart and soul. Class of 1971 has not only lost another classmate, but a good man. May God bless you all.
Ann & Ann Rowe & Strozzo
October 9, 2008
Dear Denise & Family,
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord..
You are in our prayers.
Pax Christi.
The Anns
Terri Rowland
October 8, 2008
Please know that my sympathy is extended to you and your family during this time of loss. I am friends of Paul and Ann in Halifax, VA. I will be praying for you and your family.
Patricia Foster
October 8, 2008
Dear Butler Family,
My deepest sympathy in the death of Lance. I am a friend of Jane & Al Combs at St.Thomas the Apostle Church. You are all in my prayers.
God bless all of you.
Karen Villeponteaux
October 8, 2008
Dear Denise and family,
I was saddened to hear of Lance's passing. I just happened to be in Spartanburg at the time but was unable to get to see you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a great guy! The class of '71 has lost another good man. Karen Westendorff Villeponteaux
Sandy Saye
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Butler and family,
The International Society of Industrial Fabric Manufacturers would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family during this most difficult time. Lance has been a member of our organization for many, many years and served as an officer in 1999. His bright, warm smile was always a beacon along with his easy professional manner. He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anita Geigley
October 7, 2008
Denise and Family,
Our prayers, thoughts, and caring are with you during this terrible time. As always, I know your great faith will be your sustainer during the time ahead. Be assured of our support and caring for you.
The Geigley Family
Anita, Faron & Kathleen
Marjie Knipp
October 7, 2008
Denise and Family, It was such a shock to hear about the accident. Please know that many prayers are being said for you. When I think of Lance I'll always picture that big bright smile! May God comfort you in this time!
Charlie Andrews
October 7, 2008
I rode with Lance once on a ride for Toy's for Tot's, and we spoke daily at work about his family first and motorcycles second. He was a great guy and will truly be missed. I am very sorry for your loss.
Hillary Huesman
October 7, 2008
When I think of my childhood in Church- I think of your family first. Though our lives have not crossed in many years, I was saddened to hear of the loss to your family. I hope to make the visitation. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
with love,
Hillary Huesman ( front row every Sunday many moons ago)
Sharon Dobbins
October 7, 2008
Dear Denise and Family,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Lance was such a personable and gentle man. I will always remember his wonderful smile and his gentleness.
Much love and God bless you!
Chad & Sara Turben
October 7, 2008
Dear Family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful husband, father, brother and son. May the love, comfort, power, peace, hope and joy of Christ be felt in your heart at this moment. Know that your family is loved and that there is a multitude of His disciples lifting you up in prayer in Bentonville, Arkansas.
In His Grace,
Chad & Sara Turben
Carol Pearle Bates
October 7, 2008
Denise and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Although we lost touch over the years and I have not seen you since you and Lance were dating, I thought you were a wonderful couple. I am so sorry for your loss. Best regards,
Jack Steele
October 7, 2008
I was devestated to hear of this tragedy to this family. I have known Lance for 7 years and he was one of my favorite people to travel with. He always represented this company with the utmost of class and integrity. The main topic of conversation as we traveled to exotic locations such as Tuscaloosa Ala. was his family and his Church. My biggest memory of him is what a great person and more importantly what a CHRISTIAN he was. This world needs more not less people like Lance. You all are in my Prayers.
Gina Boyd
October 7, 2008
My sincere sympathy in your loss. I wish you all the peace and comfort possible during this difficult time and as you move forward in the days ahead.
Bill and Debbie Gazlay
October 7, 2008
Denise,
Bill and I are so sorry to hear about Lance. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember you and Lance in school and how much love you had for each other, and how your dream came true.
Joel and Priscilla Larkin
October 7, 2008
Dear Denise and Family!
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and Delores. Please let Priscilla and I know if there is anything we can do. We are still shocked. No words can effectively express how we feel. Please take comfort in knowing your friends and family are there for you. May he rest in peace and God light eternally shine upon him. God Bless
Joel and Priscilla Summerville, SC
Joel and Priscilla Larkin
October 7, 2008
Dear Denise and Family!
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and Delores. Please let Priscilla and I know if there is anything we can do. We are still shocked. No words can effectively express how we feel. Please take comfort in knowing your friends and family are there for you. God Bless
Joel and Priscilla Summerville, SC
Sallie and David Bendt
October 7, 2008
So sorry to hear the sad news! We remember you both so very fondly. Our prayers are with you.
Ray & Marie Meyers
October 7, 2008
Denise,
I don't know where to start. Lance was a terrific guy, a good father and I'm sure a loving husband. Getting to know him and work with him at Our Risen Savior was a blessing to me personally. I know he will be missed and Marie and I pray to God for his soul and for the strength you will need in this difficult time.
I will be in touch, but please don't hesitate to call if you need anything.
In Christ,
Ray
Erin Green
October 7, 2008
Lance was a great person. All of the family will be in my prayers.
Jackie McDonald
October 7, 2008
Bishop England's class of 71 has lost another good one. We'll miss you Lance!
Jeanne Woods
October 7, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Pat and Jeanne Woods
Annette Masche (class of 1971)
October 7, 2008
Denise,
I was so saddened to read about the death of Lance. You and your family are in my prayers.
Linda Hubbard
October 7, 2008
My heasrt goes out for the family. Lance was such a pleasant person and a pleasure to work with. We will all miss him.
Pansy Harris
October 7, 2008
Dear Denise and Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. Lance will be missed by all of us at JORS, but we all can rejoice that he lived such a life of service to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I will be praying that God be with you and comfort you and your family in the days and weeks ahead.
Nicole (Mitchell) Burgess
October 7, 2008
Mr. Butler was a great man! I always remember him keeping up with us teenagers on our youth group trips. I am grateful that he was a part of my life.
Mary Stroupe
October 7, 2008
Denise,
We have such wonderful memories of our time together in Toccoa. Lance was a devoted husband, father and friend. Lance, you and the children are in our hearts and prayers.
May he rest in God's peace.
Gil and Mary
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