THOMAS H. BUTLER
(Submitted by Shannon Butler Ventuleth)

Thomas H Butler, Reeds Springs Mo., departed this life April 13,2002 in his home at the age of 82 years, eight months and 18 days.  He was the son of Charles and Bertha (Tilden) Butler and was born July 15, 1919 in Stone County, Mo.Tommy was married to Rose Mease and he was a lifelong resident of the area. Survivors include: his wife, Rose of the home; three Sons, Derek and his wife, Chris and Jess and his wife, Carol all of Reeds Spring and Jim and his wife, Sheila of  Highlandville; one daughter, Debbie Crosby and her husband, David of Reeds Spring; 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 16 in Stumpff Chapel-South, Kimberling City with Joe Dan Edwards officiating. Burial was in Yocum Pond Cemetery, Reeds Spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of American, 1756 Bee Creek Rd. Suite G, Branson, Mo. 65616 (From an internet clipping.)