WILLIAM LEE BUTLER's Obituary
Obituary of Mr. William Butler: William Lee Butler, 75, of Millsboro, DE passed away at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, DE on Feb. 19, 2014. Born in Lewes, DE on Nov. 16, 1938, he was the son of the late Thomas and Eleanor Atkins Butler. He was married to Priscilla Shockley on April 30, 1965. He attended Grace United Methodist Church. He was a long time employee of the Melvin Joseph Construction Company serving over 41 years, and was still actively employed full time at the time of his passing. He was a heavy equipment operator, a load operator, and had served as a foreman at times during his career. He possessed an excellent work ethic and was beloved by his peers. He was a NASCAR fan, liked to fish and work with computers. He was a master ""tinkerer"" and there weren't many things he could not fix. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children; Randy Butler, of Millsboro and Michelle Short, of Golden City, MO. He is also survived by a sister: Virginia Butler, of the Washington DC area, and 4 grandchildren. A graveside service is planned at the Millsboro Cemetery on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014 at 2:00 PM. Rev. James Van Der Wall is officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Tunnell Cancer Center; 902 Savannah Road; Lewes, DE 19958. Electronic condolences to: www.watsonfh.com
What’s your fondest memory of WILLIAM?
What’s a lesson you learned from WILLIAM?
Share a story where WILLIAM's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with WILLIAM you’ll never forget.
How did WILLIAM make you smile?