Mildred K. Butler
1908-2014
BUTLER MILDRED K. - At the Passamaquoddy Lodge on Sunday,
January 5th, 2014; Mildred Keith Butler, in her 105th year, of Breadalbane,
NB. Born in Deer Island, NB she is the daughter of the late F. Bruce &
Wilhelmina Pearl (McLaughlin) Butler.
From 1929 … 1942 Mildred worked as a nurse with the Calais General Hospital
as Assistant Chief Nurse. She left her nursing career and happily returned
to Deer Island to care for her family and work in the family store. She
served as a veteran in World War ll as Captain with the United States Armed
Forces from 1942 … 1946. She was a member of the U.S. Legion in Calais, and
a charter member of the Women in Military Service for America.
Mildred is the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was
predeceased by her two brothers Russell & Frank, two sisters Shirley
Smith and Florence Christopher. She is survived by
her very special friend and faithful caretaker of 24 years Velma Yerxa,
nephews Dr. Robert B. Christopher of California, Ricky Butler, Stanley
Butler and Russell (Rusty) Butler Jr, all of Florida, great nephews, Chad
Christopher of Florida , Todd Christopher of California, Tim Butler and
Russell Butler (3rd) of Florida, Bruce Pirie of St Stephen, Reid Pirie of
Deer Island, great Nieces
Tammy Frank of Maine, Sara and Linzi Butler of Florida.
Mildred loved Breadalbane and the porch of her farmhouse at Sherrard’s Beach
welcomed friends and neighbours and passers … by who enjoyed her hospitality
and her stories of travels, Deer Island and local history.
By Mildreds’ request there will be no visitation . A graveside service will
be held in May 2014 at St. George Rural Cemetery. The time and date of
service will be announced.
In lieu of flowers donations to the St. George Rural Cemetery Fund or a
charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences to the family or donations can be made at
www.humphreysfh.com
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care & direction of Humphreys
Funeral Home, 20 Marks Street, St Stephen, NB E3L 2B2 (506 … 466 … 3110)