Passed peacefully away surrounded by his family at the Hilltop Manor, Arnold’s Cove on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, John Kirby Butler of Arnold’s Cove, age 91 years. Predeceased by his parents James and Harriet Butler; brothers Charlie and Kevin; also George and Eva Monk who took him into their home when his mom passed away at a young age and their daughter Elsie Monk.
Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Susie of 68 years; son Harvey (Marie); daughters Florence Walsh (Gerry) and Sheila Hollett (Don); grandchildren Jennifer (Trey), Danny (Angie), Jennifer, Amanda (Darryl), Matthew (Tammy), Shawn (Kayla), Adam (Amy) and Natasha (Andy); great grandchildren Kirbie, Isabella, Kenadie, Jack, Landon, Rebecca, Alaina, Piper, Ashlynn, Austin, Paige and Blake; siblings Margaret Wiseman, Katie Dicks, Alvina Easton (Charlie), Kay Monk, Joseph Monk (Edwina), Myrtle Snook (Ted); also his niece Genevera Vincent (Eddie) who was very special to him and a large circle of family and friends.
Resting at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Arnold’s Cove on Wednesday, Sept. 6 from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the Salvation Army Citadel, Arnold’s Cove with interment to follow at the Interfaith Cemetery, Arnold’s Cove. In his memory donations may be made to the Autism Society or the Salvation Army, Arnold’s Cove.
Special thank you to Dr. Fowlow and the staff at Hilltop Manor for their loving care over the last six years and especially over the last week.
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Patrick and Clara Whyte says
September 5, 2023 at 5:32 pmTo the Butler and Frampton families so sorry to hear of John Kirby passing our sincere condolences to all his family our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carol says
September 5, 2023 at 5:40 pmSusie and family
So sorry for your loss, Kirby was a very special man, always had a smile and a good word whenever I was in his presence. His faith in God and his love for you and his family was strong and sincere. Praying that your memories will give you all a measure of peace and strength as you share them together. Remembering you all in prayer.
Rest in the strong arms of your saviour and rejoice with the angels Kirby.
Wayne and Juanita Coish (Strowbridge) says
September 5, 2023 at 6:23 pmTo Butler family
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember many happy visits to your home and Kirby will be missed by family, friends and the wider community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tina and Joe Anderson says
September 5, 2023 at 7:53 pmSusie and Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Kirby was a special neighbour to us in Alder Cove. His quiet, welcoming demeanour, light hearted joking manner and helping hand will always be cherished in our memories.
May peace, love and strength surround you in the coming days.
Love,
Tina and Joe Anderson
Corner Brook NL
Jeanette Hillyard(Strowbridge) says
September 5, 2023 at 8:45 pmSo sorry to hear of his passing , sending condolences and love to all the family.❤️
Bill & Sadie Goobie says
September 6, 2023 at 12:47 pmThe Butler family
Sorry to hear about the passing of your love one deepest
Condolences to you. It is never easy to loose someone you love so dearly
William& Marcella Hopkins Majors. says
September 8, 2023 at 9:38 amSusie and Family.
Our Condolences to you all. Kirby was a fine Christian man,and so faithful to his Church.
Treasure your memories.
God is Our Refuge and strength. God’Blessings ,