Melvin John Butler

September 23, 2020

1943 – 2020

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Melvin Butler. Mel passed away peacefully at his home in Cochrane on Wednesday, September 23, 2020, after spending the week silaging with his family at the farm near Sylvan Lake. Mel is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Val (Deone) Townsend; grandchildren, Dakota, Wacey, Jace and Jessa; his brothers, Walter (Elaine), Don (Elena), Gordon (Lee Ann); uncle, Pierce (Arlene); along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Mel Butler Jr.; and his wife, Diane Butler. Mel will always be fondly remembered for his big smile, kind heart and trademark bowler hat. A Celebration of Mels Life will be held at Lone Star Angus Farm west of Sylvan Lake (located west of Camp Woods Boy Scouts of Canada Camp) on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation (Oncology Unit – Childhood Cancers), www.childrenshospital.ab.ca.

Messages of Condolence

So sorry to hear of Mels passing, condolences to all Mels family. Mel and I shared a birth date, but he was one year older than me. I fondly remember our family fishing trip Deep Lake when we were kids and our times visting at the ranch. Our thoughts and prays are with you. Alan & Linda Butler, Foxwarren

- Alan Butler

We are sorry to hear of Mel's passing. Our condolences to all of his family. Roy and Marie Mattson and family

- Roy R Mattson

Please accept our heartfelt condolences for Melvin's passing. We remember fondly the times spent ( seems like a 100 years ago ) with the Hanna and District Ag Society and Melvin's involvment in the cattle shows we held then. We had many laughs and good times together. He was always up for a spirited political arguement with me.

- Norman and Leona Storch

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