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William Stanley Butler
April 25, 1958 - June 26, 2022
William Stanley Butler, 64, died Sunday, June 26 in Seattle, Washington following surgery.
Bill was born April 25, 1958 in Minnesota to Bill and Arlyce Butler. When Bill was five, the family moved to Kelso, Washington.
Bill was an excellent craftsman and a skilled contractor for many years. Bill had an adventurous soul and loved the outdoors. He had a knack for telling a good story and couldn't go anywhere without running into someone he knew.
Bill is survived by his daughter, Jillian Rose Butler; his son, Jimmy Butler; his sister-in-law, Tammy; step children, Amanda and Jason; a brother, Cary; four sisters: Robin, Cindy, Shawnda, and Kristi; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Bill was preceded in death by his daughter, Corine; his mother, Arlyce; his father, Bill; and his brother, Brett.
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Jillian Rose Butler
August 14, 2022
There are so many memories, how do I choose only one. Not only was he my Dad, my friend, my mentor, he was those things to so many others throughout his life. He worked hard my whole life, he did what a man is supposed to; he taught, he tried, he loved. Life can break even the strongest person down. I miss him so much. The only solace is knowing he's singing, dancing, laughing and loving with his dad and his daughter and so many others who are holding it down for us until we meet again. Please remember him fondly and keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. Love you Dad.
Sharon O´Cinnell
August 7, 2022
I am so sorry to hear Bill has passed. Bill was such a great guy and such a perfectionist in his craft. He did several home improvement jobs for me, and he was a joy to work with. Condolences to all who loved him. Gone too soon, my friend.
Jerry King
August 4, 2022
Bill was a good friend back in elementary school days. I remember his great sense of humor. I recall him telling me Butler Acres was named after him. R.I.P.
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