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Eric Gordon Butt September 18, 1945 - April 3, 2025

Passed peacefully away surrounded by his family at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John’s on Thursday, April 3, 2025, Eric Gordon Butt of Shoal Harbour, age 79 years.

Predeceased by his parents Moses and Effie Butt; brothers George Butt and Jack Butt; sisters Edna Vardy and Geneva Spurrell; parents-in-law George and Nellie Seward and brother-in-law Alonzo Seward.

Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife Dorothy of 59 years; children Darrin (Stephanie), Lori, and David (Susan); grandchildren Devon, Dillon (Brittany), Steven (Rebecca), Haylee and Riley; sister Viola White; sisters-in-law Phyllis Butt, Kay Butt, Alena Parrott and Rowena Avery; brothers-in-law, Austin (Clarabelle), Alvin (Valerie), Hubert (Bernice), Merlin (Mario), Terry, Darren (Bonnie) and Rod (Nikki) and a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place. Visitation will be on Monday April 7th from 2-4 for immediate family and relatives and from 7-9 for friends and relatives. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday April 8th at 2 pm at the Fewer’s Memorial Chapel.

In his memory, donations may be made to the United Church Cemetery Fund, Shoal Harbour.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Miles Clayden at St. Clare’s Hospital, the nurses and staff of St. Clare’s Hospital and The Health Sciences Centre for their exceptional care and compassion.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday April 8th at 2 pm at the Fewer's Memorial Chapel.

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    Audrey & Darrell Holloway says

    Lori, Darrin & David our deepest condolences to you and all of your family at this very sad and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will walk beside you everyday in spirit.

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      Kim and Art Winsor says

      Eric was a good man and a kind neighbour. We are going to miss seeing him out and about, always making sure his property was in mint condition. Rest in peace Eric.

      Kim and Art Winsor

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    Merlin Seward says

    So sorry for your loss. Eric was a wonderful brother in law. He will be sorely missed. My heart is with you today

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    Harold & Michelle White says

    Our deepest condolences to Eric’s family.

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    Effie Roberts says

    Darren ,Lori and David, so sorry to hear of uncle Eric’s passing. I was so shocked. Every time I talked to him he was so happy we were talking about moving to Clarenville. For years he was telling me I should move there around family. When I was talking to him last week he never let on he was so sick. I will miss him so much. Effie and Ernie.

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    Don and Pauline Spurrell says

    Deepest condolences to the family.

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    Jeff Bursey says

    So sorry to hear. Eric was a great coworker and neighbour that will be missed. Take care

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    Charlie & cecily Drodge says

    Our deepest condolences to all Eric’s family and friends!

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    Bruce & Sherry Pike says

    Sending our sincere condolences to all the family.

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    Angela & Jody Barrett says

    David, Susan & Riley our thoughts are with you. We are so sorry to hear of David’s father’s passing. Our condolences to you and your entire family

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    Lynn Cuff says

    My deepest condolences to Eric’s family. He was a wonderful neighbour and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.

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    Van Serrick says

    Sorry to hear of Eric’s passing
    Condolences to the family
    RIP my friend

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    Alice Whitten says

    My heartfelt condolences to all the Butt and Seaward families, May God Bless and keep you in his care..RIP Mr. Eric.

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    Don Drodge says

    So sorry to hear this news today thoughts and prayers for all family and friends rest in peace Gordon

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    Bev Drodge says

    So very sorry for your loss, condolences to the family and Friends

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    Gord & Linda Vardy says

    Sorry to hear about Eric’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to the family. Gord & Linda

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    Tony patey says

    Condolences to you all from me and Darlene. He was a good friend and coworker. Hugs

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    velma Hart says

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family as you go though this very sad time. Hugs
    Gar and Velma

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    Leigh McQuillan says

    I’m very so hear of Eric’s passing. I Enjoyed working with Eric at NARL.I had the pleasure of getting to know Eric more when we Worked at Opti in Fort McMurray.. He will be missed.

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    Jerry Stacey says

    Very sorry to hear about Eric, a long time work colleague and continued friend in retirement. He will be missed.
    Thinking of all his family at this sad time.
    Sincere condolences🙏🏻
    Jerry & Jane Stacey

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    Carol (Humby) McGrath says

    Dorothy and family,
    So sad to learn of Eric’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
    Deepest sympathy,
    Carol (Humby) McGrath

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    Rodney Butt says

    I still can’t believe the news that Uncle Eric has passed. He always reminded me so much of Dad. Condolences to the family.

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      IreneKean says

      Sorry to hear about cousin Eric’s passing!my sincere condolences to the family.

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    Roger Bennett says

    Sincere condolences on the passing of Eric, a truly kind, gentle man and dedicated co worker.

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    Rupert and Donna says

    Sorry to hear of Eric’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time, thinking of you, Rupert and and Donna, take care

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    Greta Gould says

    Dorothy & family,
    So sorry to read that Eric has passed away!
    Met Eric in Scarborough many years ago when Dorothy babysat our son.
    Sincere sympathies to all the family. RIP Eric!
    Greta Gould

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      Elaine Burke says

      To all of Eric’s family, so very sorry to hear of his passing. Always enjoyed his and your mom’s company. He was such a great story teller….lots of laughs for sure. Will miss him in Hickman’s Harbour during the summer.

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    Greg Stacey says

    Darren and family,sorry to hear that your dad has passed away,he was a genuine man i had alot of respect for him

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    Linda Stone says

    Sorry to hear of Eric’s passing, Our Condelances to all the family , , May he rest in Peace ,

    Allister & Linda Stone

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    John Bishop says

    So sorry to hear of Eric’s passing. Worked for him at Narl for several years and had great respect for him. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.
    John and Mildred Bishop

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    Donna MacDonald says

    Our deepest sympathy to the family. May the memories you created help you through this difficult time.

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    Greg Barron says

    Darrin and the Butt family…I am sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Take care of yourselves during this difficult time.

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    Brent Jones says

    Darrin and Family,
    Saddened to hear of Eric’s passing. He was a fine gentleman, friend and coworker. Always calm, cool and collected who was a great mentor to me. Thoughts are with you.

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    TERRY MILLER says

    Dorothy and family , so sorry to hear of Eric’s passing , such a nice guy . Condolences to you all at this time .

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    Wayne & Sharlene Martin says

    Dorothy and Family…
    Our sincere condolences to all of you… Eric was a dear friend a friendly, compassionate gentleman who will be dearly missed by all that knew him. May you share many treasured memories of Eric.

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    C Lambert says

    He always had a smile and a genuine concern for how you were doing. So pleasant to be around. He will be missed but take comfort in the fact that his kids have the same traits.

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