William “Bill” Lee Butler, 85, of Independence, MO passed away July 19, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be 1:00-2:00 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2022 at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home; Independence, MO. Funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m. Burial at Six Mile Cemetery.
Bill was born July 7, 1937 in Kansas City, MO to Walker L. & Ilene (Epperson) Butler.
He married Judith Ann Chambers on October 25, 1958. Bill served his country in the United States Navy from 1954-1958. He was an over the road truck driver for 30 plus years. Bill enjoyed woodworking, building things, motorcycling, going to the races, camping and being outside. He was very musical, enjoyed singing and dancing.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents: Walker & Ilene Butler; brother: Walker “Gene” Eugene Butler.
Bill is survived by his wife Judith of the home; 2 children: Matthew Scott Butler (Pauluetta Berry) of Independence, MO; daughter: Susan Kathleen Stuver (Drid) of Georgetown, TX; grandchildren: Matthew, Cameron, Kayla, Kelsy, Dalen, Jennifer; brother: Phillip Butler (Barbara) Sparks, NM; sister: Juanita Thompson of Kansas City, MO and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home Independence, MO 816-796-8600
Brian and Wynne Weeks
21 Jul 2022Wynne and I are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences in this time of grief.
Nico Bouwkamp
21 Jul 2022Dear Susan and family,
My condolences with your unexpected loss. I pray and wish you all the comfort that you need and a shared ability to give this a place in your lives.
Sincerely,
Nico Bouwkamp, GTI Energy