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David Butler Obituary
HARLINGEN, TX.
David E. Butler went to eternal rest on January 9, 2014 surrounded by his loving family after a short illness.
He was born in Lubbock, TX to the late Jesse and Anita Butler. He was a loving and kind-hearted husband, father, grandpa, brother and friend.
David owned and operated Butler's Foods in Harlingen, TX from 1985-1993. He has been employed since 1994 as a store manager at El Centro Foods in La Feria, TX. He enjoyed spending time with his loving family. David had a love for motorcycles. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
He is survived by his loving wife, Nelda Butler, 3 children: Thomas (Micie) Butler, John (Ana) Butler and Pamela Butler. He has 8 grandchildren, Shawn (Cristi) Butler, Crystal Butler, Courtney Butler, Branden Butler, John Michael Butler, Holly Anne Butler, Coral Romero and Cheyanne Romero. He has 1 great grandson, Kolton Peyton. He has 1 sister, Yvonne (Dwight) Fullingim, 1 niece, Emily (Cory) Johnson and 2 great nieces.
Memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2014 between 6pm-9pm at Heavenly Grace in La Feria, TX. Burial will be on Monday, January 13, 2014 at 11:00am at the Gonzalez Family Cemetery in Concepcion (Rios), TX.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Heavenly Grace Memorial Park Funeral Home.
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Virginia McClain
February 1, 2016
Nelda and Pam,
I just found this tonight. I am so sorry. I received Pam's letter several years ago and she had no return address. I think of you often. Please contact me at [email protected]
EDDY LEDESMA
January 18, 2014
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE BUTLER FAMILY FROM EDDY LEDESMA AN FAMILY
Ruben Sanchez
January 11, 2014
Tom and Nelda Butler, It has been many years since I last kept in touch with all of you. My Condolences to you and your Families. I have quite a vivid and cherished memory of working for you and David. David left a very lasting impression on me that I will remember throughout my life and career. His love of Life itself will forever be implanted in all those that met and knew him. Again, May he Rest in Peace and we shall All meet again. May God Bless and Keep You in this difficult time.
Ruben Sanchez
MIke, Addys and Isabel Riley
January 11, 2014
Nelda, Pam, Coral and Cheyanne we are sadden to hear about
David. I'm lost for words but just want you to know we are thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. Pam I remember your Dad was so happy you brought the girls here with us for the summer he was so happy.
God Bless you and Love you always..
jenifer&juan garza
January 11, 2014
Rip Mr.Butler you are à great man,à great boss&friend.
Javier & Diana Olivo
January 11, 2014
Tom, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. God Bless you and your family.
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