Dewey Kent Butler
December 28, 1930 ~ November 8, 2011
Dewey Kent Butler, age 80, left his earthly home on Tuesday, November 08, 2011 to join his Lord and Savior in Heaven. A native of Rocky Mount, he was born on December 28, 1930, the son of the late Wilson John Butler and Pearl Futch Butler. He was also predeceased by his sisters, Violette Butler Howard and Virginia Butler Lewis; and brother, Johnnie Butler.
Dewey attended Rocky Mount Senior High. He served his country in the United States Navy. Dewey started his career at the United States Postal Service. Later, he became self-employed as owner and operator of Butler Wholesale Candy Business, Butlers Grocery and D.K. Butler Realty Company.
Dewey was a former member of West Mount Baptist Church and a current member of Calvary Baptist Church. He served in many areas including Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, Baptist Men officer, Evangelism Team member and Cancer Support Group member. Dewey played church league and senior league softball until the age of 79. He joined Campers on Mission in 1991 and participated in many fairs, festivals and rallies over the past 20 years where he was instrumental in leading many people to the Lord.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 56 years, Gray Long Butler; sons, Derrick Butler and wife Sharon, Barry Butler and wife Paige; daughter, Denise Butler Davis and husband Jimmy; grandsons, Darren Butler and wife Bethany, Cameron Butler, Scott Davis and wife Alexandra, and Zachary Butler; granddaughters, Hilary Butler, Karen Davis Mart and husband Steve, and Ashton Butler; and great-granddaughter, Hartley Rane Butler. He will also be remembered by his brother, Wilson “Pete” Butler and wife Peggy.
The family will receive friends and relatives 6:30pm to 8:30pm Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Wheeler Woodlief Funeral Home and other times at the home. A celebration of Deweys life will be at 2:00pm Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Brandon Dees officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 11/12, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Calvary Baptist Church
505 S. Englewood Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Sunday 11/13, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Rest in peace Uncle Dewey From Sherry
Aunt Grey, Denise and Derrick, Nat and I express our deepest sympathy. Aunt Grey, I will always remember my trips to NC and going to visit his candy store. I’m happy Nat and I were honored by your visit for dinner at our home some years ago. Now Uncle Dewey can do his work with God. Love Barbara and Nat
Aunt Grey and family, Our deepest symphathies during this diffecult time. May the love and support of each other help comfort you all. We will always remember Uncle Dewey playing softball at our family picnic’s here in Jersey.It was a great seeing him having such a goodt time with family that was so far away. He will be missed by all that knew him. love to all of you Laura, Jim & Marissa Flores and the entire Long Family In new Jersey
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I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. We are praying for your family. Love, Alan and Sherrill Malnofski
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Praying for all of Dewey’s family. I treasure many memories of the past 20 years! We loved him and will miss him greatly. Love & Prayers, Charlotte-Anne Brewer Allen NC Campers on Mission
Denise & Family, My heart goes out to each of you during this difficult time. May it bring some comfort in knowing that the seperation is only temporary because of the fatih and relationship shared in Christ Jesus. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sheila Geer
Rob and I are thinking and praying for your family during this difficult and sad time. We will always remember meeting Dewey at Baylor. He had warm, loving smile and the sparkle in his eye. What a sweet man! Please accept our sincere sympaties. Cheryl and Rob Mart
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