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Douglas Butner Obituary

BUTNER LEWISVILLE - Douglas E. Butner, 66, a loving husband for 45 years, died unexpectedly October 10, 2008, of massive head injuries after suffering a fall at home. He was born July 22, 1942, in Winston-Salem to Ralph and Ethel Butner. Doug was a 1960 graduate of Griffith High School and a Vietnam Veteran having served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1968. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ralph, Curt and Clark; and sister, Dorothy. Surviving are his wife, Geep Spade Butner of the home; three brothers, Gene (Teresa) Butner of Hickory, NC; Don (Marilyn) Butner of Beaverton, OR; Steve (Cricket) Butner of Lexington; three sisters, Mary "Lib" (Doug) Lindley of Clemmons, NC; Betty Ann (Mike) Kimel of Advance, NC; Kim Tillman of Lexington; and several nieces and nephews. Per Doug' s wishes, there will be no memorial service. The family will celebrate Doug' s life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VJGC at 4500 Adam Petty Way, Randleman, NC 27317, or a charity of the donor' s choice.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Oct. 14, 2008.

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Jeroma Spade Nothstine

October 17, 2008

May God's host of angels be with you at this time. Keep your memories close to your heart. Love and Prayers, your cuz, Jeroma

Dawn and Garland Pruitt

October 15, 2008

We Loved Doug , Doug was a fine uncle, who was alway very interesting to talk to ,as he was a very smart man .He will greatly be missed that is for sure. He will always be in our prayers. Our family is one you would like to be a part of because we are always there for each other and Doug was a big part of that careing. He would do anything for you also to make you fell better. Geep my heart hurts for you and my prayers are with you , God bless you . Love, Dawn & Garland

I'll always remember you this way, you were a sweet & wonderful brother to me. I will miss the phone calls, our times together.God bless you and hold you. Betty Ann

October 14, 2008

Kitty Morton

October 14, 2008

I know it has been years since we have seen each other, saddened by your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Kitty Sue

October 14, 2008

Geep,
I am so sorry for you loss. Doug was a wonderful neighbor and a special person. We love you!
Dennis and Paula Bost
Lewisville

jan & Jim Walker

October 14, 2008

Geep, Jim, & I will remember Doug, always as one kind and gentle person. You will have to love the pups twice as much now! "I know you will!" It is still hard to believe he is gone! Take Care, & God Bless !

Bonnie (Martin) Godsey

October 14, 2008

To Doug's Family: I am Bonnie (Martin) Godsey and I went to school with Doug at Mineral Springs. I can't remember exactly when he left and went to Griffith, but I certainly remember him well. He was kind and had a very good sense of humor. He was nice to everyone, and I will not forget him. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely,

Mary Lib & Doug

October 14, 2008

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They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

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