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Arthur L. Butts JR.

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Arthur Butts Obituary

BUTTS Sergeant ARTHUR LEE BUTTS, JR. Metropolitan Police Department Entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 14, 2010. Loving husband of Shelley L. Butts; devoted father of Marlon and Jovon Butts; beloved son of Mattie Butts; brother of Evelyn Jones and Deborah Davis. He is also survived by a host of other relatives, friends and colleagues. Visitation on Friday, August 20, from 10 a.m. until time of Service 12 noon at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, 3600 Brightseat Rd., Landover, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. Arrangements by BRISCOE-TONIC FUNERAL HOME, 301-632-6624.

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 19, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Butts

118 Entries

Erwin Green

August 17, 2025

Hey Arthur, I'll always be grateful for you playing bass at my sister's reception. I remember you on the bass and me on the electric piano jamming in your basement at rehearsal. Thank you so much!

Hazel Yelverton

August 11, 2025

My friend, it has been 15 years and I still think of you from time to time. Rest in peace.

Darrell Sumpter

August 4, 2023

Rest In Peace my friend. You are forever in our hearts. Your memory lives on forever. Gone but not forgotten.

Darrell Sumpter

August 13, 2022

Gone but not forgotten!

Erwin Green

August 12, 2022

Can't believe it's been over 10 years since you've been gone. Say hey to my Dad - I'm sure you'll have him cracking up. See you someday

LISA HEMINGWAY

August 7, 2011

GONE TOO SOON

orandra cotton

December 1, 2010

I literally found out this morning after calling his office that dear wonderful Arthur had passed. I have known Arthur since Garfield Elementary School we even attended the same church, Emanuel Baptist for years along with his mom and sisters. Surprisingly we never lost contact as I lives moved in different directions and we always knew that we shared deep feelings for one other, but our timing was always off. I will never forget his support of me during the trying times in my life, his laughter and his innate ability to make sense of our life's crazy's moments- he could always make me smile. Butts, you have left an indelible print on my heart that no amount of time or space will remove. And your spirit of always seeing good hopefully will live on in your sons. As you soar above the heavens look down for me and see the light in my heart that will always burn brightly for you. I know you gave it your all so rest in peace my love, Maybe the next time around.

John Rentz

September 2, 2010

To Arthur and his family.

I just found out today, Thursday, September 2, when Glenn emailed me to let me know that you had left us.

Arthur, you were one of the finest of the finest. The mold was broken when you were born.

May God keep and bless you and your family.

Robin Butler (nee Barber)

August 27, 2010

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my old dear friend, Artie.
I am glad to have had the pleasure of knowing his giving spirit and winning smile. He will truly be missed. The Barber family will continue to keep his mother, sisters, wife and children in prayer through this difficult time.

Valarie Anderson

August 27, 2010

Butts you will truely be missed. It was a pleasure to call you a friend and you always made me feel like family. I am sadden to hear of Butts passing and will miss his smiles, welcoming spirit and jokes. "I will continue to pray for comfort and strength for Shelley and the boys."

August 26, 2010

RIP, my friend. Your positive attitude, smiling face, and professionalism will be missed.

Sgt. Andrew Daniels
MPD-Ret

Rudy Parker

August 26, 2010

I met Arthur years ago while our sons played basketball for Clinton Boys and Girls Club. He had a beautiful spirit and easy to like, always happy to see you. I have always thought highly of Arthur and always will. "Praying for the Family". Rudy Parker

August 26, 2010

Dear Shelly and the boys,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss with the passing of "Butts". I will always remember our vacation together and the joy his wit gave us. I will keep you in my daily prayers and I will ask God to comfort and strengthen you. In caring and sympathy Pat Waller Ft. Washington, Md.

Rita McCoy

August 26, 2010

My dear Butts, I know you are with the Lord... making him smile as you did everyone. God bless you and your family! I will never ever forget you.

Ter Ray Neal

August 25, 2010

Sending my condolences to the Butts Family.

Arthur, I will remember the great times we shared while working MPD! You were the life of the party! Whenever we came to you with a problem, you also wanted the solution! You are truly missed with those group hugs, smiles, jokes, laughter and most of all the love you had for all people. I can honestly say, You never met a stranger! Rest in Peace, Bomb to the Bay!

Sandra & Bill Collier

August 25, 2010

Shelly, Marlon and Javon, always remember the good, it out ways the bad. Butts helped us through a tough period with our son and we were blessed to know him. Our hearts are heavy because of his death. You are in our prayers. Life must go on, Butts would tell you that. Boys, finish college and be the men he wanted you to be. Shelley we love you. Sandra and Bill Collier

Hazel Yelverton

August 25, 2010

I miss you my big brother. You are constantly in my thoughts. You have help me in so many ways. You gave me advice about dating, men and love and. I wish I have done the same for you.

Alvin Boney

August 24, 2010

I remember when I first saw you in "Woodies" back in the day transporting for me when you were at 1D and when I came on you were the first to say Welcome to the Family. I'm gonna miss you just like Family...I am my brother's keeper...Alvin

Jane Dryden

August 24, 2010

Butt's Family:

Although it is impossible to see beyond your pain,
May we look back to good memories to comfort and help you today
May your heart and soul find peace and happiness.
May the blessings of God be upon you,
May peace is always within your soul,
May its essence illuminate your heart,
Now and forever more

Arthur- you will be missed but never forgotten.

Sergeant Jane Dryden

MPD Family

August 24, 2010

Sergeant Arthur L. Butts, Jr.

We the Metropolitan Police Department want your family to know how much we will miss you and how much we love you.

You were a good friend and brother to everyone you came in contact with.

We will miss that BIG SMILE you gave us all, but we will never forget you. May you rest in peace.

Jane Dryden

August 24, 2010

Cousin

August 24, 2010

Dear Father, you sent an angel in the form of cousin Arthur Lee, Jr. to find and bring home by beloved grandmother. He rushed to find her in a tough area in DC. Arhtur Lee brought her home to my mother. Anything could have happened to her, but you sent your earthly angel in a hurry. Thank you for your love. I know that now my cousin has be rescued by you. He shall rest and continute to protect us all from heavens gates.

Alfred Durham

August 24, 2010

It's not how my friend Arthur died-but how my good friend lived. He was truly a person who cared so much for others and it definitely showed in everything that he did. His presence and smile will be sorely missed. Love and miss you man!

August 24, 2010

Sgt. Butts, May you rest in peace. 10-7 A job well done.

Linda Tolson

August 24, 2010

Heavenly Father up above please protect Sergeant Butts and his family. Lord only you knew his trials and tribulations. You have him now in a better place where he feels no pain. May he rest in peace.

Lord I ask you to put your arms around his Mom who he loved so much. Help her through this storm where she will see the sunshine.

My prayers go out to his wife and sons who he loved. Give them the strength they all need and comfort them in this time of sorrow. Lord only you know what we all can bear. Also, bless his sisters.

Sergeant Butts I was so heartbroken when Barbara told me you were gone. I will never forget your SMILE and all our little talks we had when you came to see me and Barbara. I love you and will always remember our friendship. MPD WILL NEVER BE THE SAME.

CHATEAU Mr. Coleman

August 23, 2010

Butts Family;

We were saddened to hear the death of Butts.

That "SMILE" always brighten up the room, we had lots of fun at the Chateau, BUTT's you will be sorely missed, that "LAUGH" just an all around pleasant person. We will remember him always!

REST IN PEACE OUR FRIEND.

~Barbara & Nut~

Melody Fleetwood

August 23, 2010

Dear Shelly,sons and the entire Butts family. Our hearts are heavy with sadness and pray that your faith and love of family and friends will see you through this period of grief. Although your loved ones journey has come to pass here on earth his memories will for ever linger. God bless each of you. Continued blessing. Melody and Kevin Fleetwood - Hiram, GA

Phillip Harrigan

August 22, 2010

Shelly Butts and the boys, I am in shock nd deep sadness to hear and learned of the death of your husband and father. A freind and a gentelmen to know and to love. I have know Arthur now for 15 plus years. Shelly, I was out of town with my job, I have retired from the MPDC and I am with DHS/USSS. I want you and the boys to know that Dot and I will keep you in our prayers and we hope to visit with you soon. God will keep His promise to all that love Him and that will serve Him. Shelly, pray and God will answer all of your needs. Phil and Dot Harrigan

Nanette Harris

August 22, 2010

Shelley,

My heart is so heavy right know and there are no words that could describe how much Butts meant to me. I was so excited when I found out that he married you (my classmate) which to me, he was family. I will aways remember his humorous ways and his gentle demeanor. We will get together soon when you are ready. My prayers are with you and the family. Love, Nanette

Aaran Williams

August 21, 2010

Shelley, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Darrell Sumpter

August 21, 2010

To the entire Butts family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am going to truly miss my buddy but we have the memories to keep us going. May GOD continue to comfort us all as we deal with this tragic event. Though it may seem difficult for us to see now, I trust the word of GOD and know that some good will come even from this tragedy. We must cling to, encourage and pray for one another because we do not know what tomorrow brings. To be GOD be the glory.

August 20, 2010

The Collier's and Moore's are very sad to hear about this. We enjoyed spending Sundays with the Butts at church in Clinton. He always kept us laughing. Our prayers are with the family.

Erwin Green

August 20, 2010

Arthur will be sorely missed. My condolences to the families. I remember Arthur as a happy-go-lucky guy. We even played together at my sister's wedding reception for a couple of songs. Arthur, may you keep them laughing in heaven...

LINDA DEVERO

August 20, 2010

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF MY COUSIN...I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HOW HE MADE THE FAMILY LAUGH....MY PRAYERS GO OUT 2 HIS FAMILY....

LINDA DEVERO & FAMILY

Terry Harris

August 20, 2010

My condolences to the family in the loss of such great person. I always enjoyed seeing his smile. May God continue to keep you in his loving care.

Retired Sergeant Terry N. Harris

Jackie (Sumpter) Crump

August 20, 2010

To the Butts Family:

Arthur Butts was like a brother to me as I grew up. My brother(Darrell), Ronnie and Butts were like peas in a pod. Butts was so jolly no matter what was going on. When I think of him, I can still see him with his fist ball up as he brush it across his nose. He was such a caring and loving person and he will definitely be missed by many. My heart felt sympathy goes out to his mother, wife, and children. My prayer is that God will wrap his arms around you all and comfort you in your time of bereavement. My prayers and love are with you all.

B James

August 20, 2010

Butts was a really great guy!! He was the life of party everywhere he went!!

Dwayne Crawford

August 20, 2010

The Crawford family (neighbors and long time friends) send our sincere condolences to Shelly,Marlin,Jovan, and the rest of the Butts family in the loss of Authur. We bestow our deepest sympathies and want you'll to know we are there for you if you ever need us....we're just around the corner. May God bless you, keep you, and comfort you in your period of bereavement. Hold to God's unchanging hands, and he will lead you through.

Sgt Bonita Arrington

August 20, 2010

To the Family, my prayers are with you, I thank you for sharing Butts with all of us. His smile, kindness and friendship will forever be missed. Gone but never forgotten.

Felicia Devero

August 20, 2010

my cousin, i just received the info about our family reunion next year with your name on it. Cant believe you're gone...RIP COUSIN....

Sandra Pagan

August 20, 2010

To Shelly, Marlon, Jovan and the rest of the Butts family. My heart hurts for your loss of such a wonderful man! In your darkest hours, remember his contagious smile and allow it to continue to light up your life. Shelly, just heard about it today. Call on me for anything at any hour. I'm at the same house and phone number.

Donice Adams

August 20, 2010

I'm deeply saddened hear of your loss. Aruthur was a beauiful person and will be miss.

Keith Jarrell

August 20, 2010

The loss of Sgt. Butts is one that the District of Columbia will feel for many years. By all accounts he was kind, giving, and a solid police officer. His time with the MPD and his family was a gift from God and one that should be cherished forever. May you rest in Peace Sgt. Butts. May God wraps his loving arms around you now and for eternity.

Valerie Corbin Ketchen

August 20, 2010

Dear Shelley,

I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear about Arthur. I know that we haven't seen one another for quite some time, but I always ask Cissy and Kim about you and your entire family. I can still remember meeting "Butts" and how happy you made him. His face always lit up when talking about you.

Butts fit right in with our family, too. He didn't miss a beat and that's not easy considering how large our Pennsylvania crew is. I will always cherish the fun times we used to have back in the day.

It goes without saying that you and the boys are in my prayers as well as those of the entire Corbin, Slade, Jackson and Frye families. May God bless and keep you in his care today and always. We love you very much.

DEBRA RUSSELL

August 20, 2010

My pray to the Butts family. I pray that God would heal, strengthen, give courage , wisdom, and serenity during this difficult time. May the grace of God be upon you all!!!! It is sufficient..... I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:
2 Timothy 4;7

Karen A'Vant

August 20, 2010

To the family of Sgt. Butts, my prayers are with you. He was a nice person to work with in CID. He would be truly missed. May you rest in peace.

August 20, 2010

To the Butts Family, GOD has made a place for your beloved....as you go from day to day, remember his smile and the affection that he bestowed among so many (W. Trice - Maryland)

Bridget Bell

August 20, 2010

Arthur was one of the best person in the world to have known. I'm glad i got the pleasure of being one of his friends. His smile would light up the darkest night and his loving spirit will make your day much better....Arthur memories will last forever.May God Bless him and keep his family.

Mr. Butts

The Gillespie's Family

August 20, 2010

Godspeed to you and the family!

Tasha Gibbs

August 20, 2010

To the Butts Family:

I am deeply saddened to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers. May the Love of God be with you, always.

Gary Christian

August 20, 2010

Arthur Butts Jr.I have known you for forty plus years. It is hard to believe,but God makes no mistakes.God bless you and your family...

Carolyn Battle

August 20, 2010

I will love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my GOD, my strenth, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18: 1-2

Sgt Butts, your beautiful smile will be with me always. My prayers are with the Butts Family.

Alicia Myles

August 20, 2010

To the Butts Family, I can't remember a day where I didn't see a smile on Butts face. His excitement for life was evident in his smile. I will miss him dearly. Be at rest once more, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you. Psalm 116.7.

CAROLYN REYNOLDS

August 20, 2010

Just as always, he's smiling; He's smiling; always smiling;.....what a WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL memory...what a memory...To the family...the Reynolds loved and enjoyed your husband, your dad, our friend...FRIEND TO ALSO SO many friends.....I REMEMBER HIM PLAYING CARDS, SLIDE DANCING, HAND DANCING AND MOST OF ALL, MAKING OTHERS LAUGH & SMILE. ALSO, LOVELY.....WE MISS HIM.......ABOVE ALL....MAY SERGEANT ARTHUR LEE BUTTS, JR. OF THE METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT REST IN PEACE.. YOU'LL BE MISSED FOREVER...YOU'R SORELY MISSED.....TEARS FALL...TEARS FALL...WE SALUTE U....WE SALUTE U...WE SALUTE U...JOB WELL DONE....JOB WELL DONE...WELLLLLLL DONE!!!!!!!!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE....................................

LEON & CAROLYN REYNOLDS, FAMILY & FRIENDS

CAROLYN REYNOLDS

August 19, 2010

Just as always, he's smiling; He's smiling; always smiling;.....what a WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL memory...what a memory...To the family...the Reynolds loved and enjoyed your husband, your dad, our friend...FRIEND TO ALSO SO many friends.....I REMEMBER HIM PLAYING CARDS, SLIDE DANCING, HAND DANCING, THE COOKOUTS, AND MOST OF ALL, MAKING OTHERS LAUGH & SMILE. ALSO, LOVELY.....WE MISS HIM.......ABOVE ALL....MAY SERGEANT ARTHUR LEE BUTTS, JR. OF THE METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT REST IN PEACE.. YOU'LL BE MISSED FOREVER...YOU'R SORELY MISSED.....TEARS FALL...TEARS FALL...WE SALUTE U....WE SALUTE U...WE SALUTE U...JOB WELL DONE....JOB WELL DONE...WELLLLLLL DONE!!!!!!!!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE....................................

LEON & CAROLYN REYNOLDS, FAMILY & FRIENDS

Charles Whitaker

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,
Pastor Charles & Whitaker and Family send our condolences to you in this time of loss. We pray that the Shepherd will provide you great comfort and peace. May God's love, grace and mercy embrace your souls. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all. We will continue to stand with you in prayer. --- The Whitakers - Ps 23

Lisa Couser

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,

Your lost is something that words can't replace. Even though Butts time was short his legacy will remain everlasting in our hearts.

I thank him for bringing me close to my family members and for that he will never be forgotten. We will cherish his memory until the next time we meet, we will be able to smile and laugh again. Right now our hearts maybe heavy and clouds of darkness maybe above us but we now have a new angel that will lift our burdens and clear our paths.

I will keep Marlon and Jovon in my prayers.

Lisa & Malik

Retired Ofc. Cassandra Chisley

August 19, 2010

I will miss you Sgt. Arthur Butts, you touched so many people with your huge smile, and your loss will be felt by all.

Rest In Peace

Susan Alexander Anderson

August 19, 2010

August 19, 2010

My family new Arthur as a young boy groing up on Alabama Avenue, S.E. He was always a loving and cheerful young man who grew into a wonderful adult. I am extending my heartfelt sympathy to his lovely mother, sisters, wife and children. I will always remember our dear neighbors, the Butts family.

May God hold you all in His arms until the pain leaves your hearts.

Avis, Kelvin & Kayla

August 19, 2010

To Shelly, Marlon & Jovon:
Our thoughts & prayers go out to you now & forever.
I want to thank Butts for being the father figure in my sons' life when his father was absent. You let Kelvin know everything was going to be ok and you assured him he had a father (Butts), you helped him & Marlon set expectations, goals & you loved my child just like he was your very own and I give thanks to you! Shelly I want you to know I am there for you, and we are going to see all 3 of our young men through just the way Butts did. Especially as they were going up.
I thank God for making Kelvin & Marlon Best Friends, Butts being Kelvin's Guardian Angel & you all becoming family to us.
We will truly miss you Butts & I am ever so grateful to you for being genuine & true to my son!
We love you, thank you & will miss you dearly!

Garrett Alston

August 19, 2010

To the Butts family, Arthur was one of the kindest and most sincere persons that I have ever known. From my first day at the First District when I was placed with him to be trained until the last time I saw him one thing that was always there was that huge smile that just made you feel confortable. He will truely be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. I am proud that I can call him my Friend.

Tony, Gail & Antoinette (Lee) Butts

August 19, 2010

In GOD's care you rest above,
In our hearts you rest with love,
Memories of you are ours to keep,
Our words were few but our love is deep.

May GOD bless your soul and comfort your family.

Colin & Sandy Montgomery

August 19, 2010

To the family - we were all saddened by the sudden loss of Mr. Butts. Although we would greet each other with a wave and a smile, I knew him best thru my sons who alway spoke so highly of him. That says a lot! May God keep you all during this difficult time.

Wykina McCall-Hackney

August 19, 2010

To Shelley and Family,
When I think of Butts I think of his smile and his laughter. He was always the life of the party and I know that he is still smiling from up above. Shelley, may God keep you, Marlon and Jovon in his loving arms to comfort you and bring you peace in your time of loss.
Kina & Jayla

Cynthia Russell

August 19, 2010

Arthur was a truly good friend that you could always count on. He always cheered you up with that beautiful smile if you were having a bad day. Although my twenty years of knowing him was short in time, the memories that I have of him will be life time for me. For you "Butts" my dear friend I will do anything and I will keep your family in my prayers. God bless his soul for he is now resting in peace.

Tyrone Gibson Sr.

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,
May God keep you and bless you and the children in this time of sadness and mourning. Butts was a good friend and neighbor that I was always pleased to see and talk to.. we both loved to talk about cars and made time to talk about them. He loved his family and especially his boys whom he spoke of often during our conversations. I will truely miss him.
God bless his spirit and soul and give him eternal peace and rest!

Ralph Alexander

August 19, 2010

Butts, oh my brother Butts. It is so hard to know I'll have to wait for us all to be reunited! you will always be my little brother, you and Ronnie. We had a wonderful childhood and adult lives. I'll always love you man. I am truely mourning your passing. I will continue to pray to God to help and guide us all in this difficult time. Randy Alexander

August 19, 2010

Herb & Lael Housen

Janice Johnson

August 19, 2010

To The Butts Family:

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. While we are mourning the loss of our dear Friend, Butts, we will always remember the smile and laughter that he brought to us. When you looked at him when he was laughing, you would just have to laugh with him for no particular reason. We will cherish the memories of him and he will be in our hearts forever. Butts will be sorely missed by all.

Janice, Jackie, Tony, and Jasmine Johnson

Janice Johnson

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family:

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. While we are mourning the loss of our dear Friend, Butts, we will always remember the smile and laughter that he brought to us. When you looked at him when he was laughing, you would just have to laugh with him for no particular reason. We will cherish the memories of him and he will be in our hearts forever. Butts will be sorely missed by all.

Janice, Tony, and Jasmine Johnson

Denise Hawkins

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,

God picked another flower for his Garden. Shelly you and the boys are in my prayers. May God be a fence around you and comfort you in the name of Jesus!

Love Always!

Denise Hawkins (Niecy)

Charlene Miller

August 19, 2010

To Mrs. Butts, Evelyn, Deborah and family, May God be with you during your time of bereavement. It is still so hard to accept that JR. is gone. I remember all the wonderful times we had as kids playing kick ball and dodge ball in the alley, riding bikes and going roller skating. JR. and Ronnie being two peas in a pod like brothers. School days at Garfield. Our time as teenagers and adults. JR. will truly be missed. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Bobby Ladson

August 19, 2010

I am sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of the whole MPD family are with you at this time of sorrow. I am personally saddened by your loss. Arthur was one of the kindest persons I have ever known. My family and I will keep Arthur in our hearts and prays. We will remember him always

Delanna Thomas

August 19, 2010

I am sorry for your loss. My Prayers are with you. Rest in Peace.

Terri Galloway

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family:
May God give you the strength to endure this tremedous loss. It's hard to imagine Butts not moving around in the world, but we do have many wonderful memories to cherish...GOD Bless you.

Geneva Couser

August 19, 2010

ARTHUR, Your Smile, always brighten up a room, no matter where you were. My heart is so heavy, but my mine is at peace knowing you are in a better place.

Words cannot express how much you will be missed, not only by your MPD Family, but your mother who you loved so dearly. I will keep Marlon and Javon whom you worship in my prayers.

May God continue to watch over your entire family thru the years.

Geneva, Lisa, Kenneth & Bruce

Marcella Clark

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,

I am deeply saddened by your loss. Arthur was true friend. He was a very kind person, always greeting everyone with his gentle smile. He will be truly missed. May god hold you tight in his arms in your time of need.

Denise Reed

August 19, 2010

Miss Mattie, You may remember me from the 60s when Arthur and I attended Garfield Elementary together. I remember Arthur very fondly and will be pryaing for you, Arthur's wife and kids. many blessings to you all. May sweet memories be a comfort to you in the coming days.

Denise Reed

Selena Moragne and George Taylor Jr.

August 19, 2010

Always a Smile, A Kind Word, A Hug, Rest in Peace My Friend...You truly will be Missed!

George and Locita Dixon

August 19, 2010

I am sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow. He will forever be missed. May God Bless you.

Locita Dixon

August 19, 2010

I am sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow. He will forever be missed. May God continue to bless you and you family

Diane Johnson

August 19, 2010

Reverend Dr. Diane H. Johnson and the Jerusalem A.M.E. Church Family extend heartfelt sympathy at this time of your bereavement. Bro. Butts was a blessing to our ministry and is a "brick" in our foundation. Our prayers are with Shelley, Marlon, Jovon and the entire Butts family, friends and co-workers. Rest In Peace.

Nadine Favors

August 19, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Butts family and I know that heaven will have more laughter because he is a soul that made people laugh. Peace be with you all.

Jackie Robinson

August 19, 2010

To the Butts Family,

Butts was like a big brother to me. I remember when I first met Butts, thru my sister, and brother-in-law, Barbara and Rob, and Rob introduced me as TOP to Butts, a couple of years ago. Every since that day, when I see Butts, he always said their goes TOP, my buddy. Nobody could called my name TOP like Butts did. So Butts, this is to you. I will truly miss all of the good fun times, your jokes, and laughs, respectfully. My family, and I loved you but God loves you best. May God Bless your mother, and family, and give them all of the support, and strength at this time of sorrow.

Jackie (Top), and Family

Willie Clayton

August 19, 2010

I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to the Butts family, Butts was a wonderful person. I'll never forget his infectious smile and cheerful laugh whenever I was in his company. He'll truly be missed by all. However, the bible tells us, to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord!
Willie Clayton

Mary Alice Davis

August 19, 2010

Family, know that "God" will comfort, heal and keep you.Grieving is a process that "God" will carry you through in the minutes, hours and days to come.Be strong and hold very tightly to God's hand, the 'Comforter" knows your needs.

Mosette Harmon

August 19, 2010

This world has lost a wonderful person and you will be truly missed...the times we had at UDC through our MPD experiences is a part of your legacy...I will always remember your smile...my heart and prayers goes out to your family.

Clark

August 19, 2010

Butts Family - I was very sadden to hear of your loss. I pray for your family. I pray that you'll will find strength through God and one another. May the peace of God be with you. Arthur will be missed. May God bless the Butts family.

T. Roosevelt Williams, Jr.

August 19, 2010

To the Butts family:
My deepest sympathies for your loss. You will always be in my prayers. May Arthur rest in peace.
Teddy Williams

Janice Neal-Jackson

August 19, 2010

To the family,

May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. The memories of a loved one are never erased from our minds...they are meant to be remembered and cherished. I will keep your names in my prayers.

Butts - What do you say about someone so special, I will miss you my friend, your kindness, your compassion and your beautiful smile. I will forever thank God for the honor and the privilege to be able to say that you were my friend.

August 19, 2010

May our Heavenly Father have our beloved Arthur by His side. We love you, Arthur. You will always be in our hearts. Keep smiling, my friend. You are in Perfect Peace!

- Sgt. Denise A. Garrett

CHATEAU FAMILY

August 19, 2010

Butts Family~

May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about "Butts" death.

That smile & gentle soul will remain in our hearts forever!

BUTT'S you will be TRULY MISSED!

LOVE~

RET D/SGT JACQUELINE LINDSAY

August 19, 2010

I can remember when you first came to the First District for you assignment. That smile was so refreshing and your willingness to learn everything. You are one of the brightest person to ever walk this earth. We will miss you,but God loved you best. Peace and Blessings to your family.

Gloria Cephas

August 19, 2010

" The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want He maketh me to lie down in green pasture, He leadeth me beside still waters, he restoreth my soul. He leadeth me in the paths of righteouness for his namesake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for thy are with me."

I say this prayer for you Arthur, you will truely be missed the mold has been broken for God has taken you home.

Officer JD Baker

August 19, 2010

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Butts, our brother, neighbor and good friend. I have never met anyone so kind, so giving. I thank god for placing Butts in our lives for over the 13+ years that we were neighbors and for 20+ years as co-workers. Rest in peace Butts and we truly love you.

karen pugh

August 19, 2010

To the Butts family - may our Lord and Saviour comfort and keep you doing this time. My baby brother and close friend, may you rest at HIS feet until we meet again. We will miss and love you always - Karen, Lauren and Louis Pugh

Irone Green

August 19, 2010

My cousin was always kind and spoke to everyone with respect. I'm sorry I have not seen him in the past years. At the Philadelphia family reunion my sister informed me of the nice time they shared together.

My heart goes out to my Aunt Mattie and his beautiful sisters Deborah and Evelyn.

May God bless his wife, sons, mother, sisters, niece's and nephews.

With all my love cousin Irone (Marty)

Yolanda Smith

August 19, 2010

IF TEARS COULD...

If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane,
I would walk right up to heaven
To bring you home again.

No farewell words were spoken.
No time to say good-bye.
You were gone before we knew it,
And only God knows why.

My heart still aches in sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it mean to lose a you,
No one will ever know.

My deepest sympathy to the Butts family. I ask God to continue to give you the strenth to move on. Butts as we would all call him will truly be missed.