BUTLER, Melvin John (1943-2020)

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Paul Theroff

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Melvin John Butler
September 23, 2020

1943 – 2020

"It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Melvin Butler. Mel passed away peacefully at his home in Cochrane on Wednesday, September 23, 2020, after spending the week silaging with his family at the farm near Sylvan Lake. Mel is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Val (Deone) Townsend;  grandchildren, Dakota, Wacey, Jace and Jessa; his brothers, Walter (Elaine), Don (Elena), Gordon (Lee Ann); uncle, Pierce (Arlene); along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Mel Butler Jr.; and his wife, Diane Butler. Mel will always be fondly remembered for his big smile, kind heart and trademark bowler hat.  A Celebration of Mels Life will be held at Lone Star Angus Farm west of Sylvan Lake (located west of Camp Woods Boy Scouts of Canada Camp) on Thursday, October 8, 2020..."

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He was son of John Edward Butler (1916-1999) of the Butler of Cloughgrenan baronets

Paul Theroff

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His own son, Melvin, Jr., died 29 March 2016, though still listed as living in the 2019 Debrett's:


Mel John Butler
March 29, 2016

BUTLER, Mel

"Mel Butler passed away suddenly, with the sun on his face and wind in his hair, on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the age of 42 years. Mel is lovingly remembered by his family, his children and loves of his life, Jase and Jessa; their mother, LaRae; his mom, Pat and her companion; his dad, Mel (Diane); sister, Val (Deone); niece, Dakota; nephew, Wacey; uncles, Walter (Elaine), Don and Gordon (Lee-Ann) Butler, Dyce (Adrianna) and David Bolduc; aunt, Diann Rowat (Ross); as well as numerous other relatives and many great friends. Mel is predeceased by his 4 grandparents, Jack and Kate Butler; and Floyd and Alice Bolduc; and his aunt, Margaret Bolduc.

"A Celebration of Mel’s Life will be held at the Eckville Community Hall on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 2:00 pm."

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