August 21, 1956 - June 8, 2023 Funeral Home James Wilson Funeral Home Private cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory in the James Wilson Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on a date and time to be announced in Phoenix, AZ. |
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Donald J. Butche, Jr., 66 of Newfoundland, passed away Thursday evening. His loving wife of 29 years is the former Julie Heldman. Born in Marion, IN, he was the son of the late Donald J. and Patricia Kugler – Butche. He was the owner and operator of Don Butche Painting in Newfoundland. Don enjoyed all aspects of woodworking, tending to his yard, and 1960’s & 1970’s muscle cars. He loved his wife and adored his children, family, and friends. Also surviving are his sons Chad Butche of Denver, CO, and Jason Butche of Phoenix, AZ; a sister Mary Ferguson of Phoenix, AZ; brother Bob Butche of Duluth, MN; nieces and nephews; his beloved cats Jasper and Pippin. Private cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory in the James Wilson Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on a date and time to be announced in Phoenix, AZ. Arrangements have been entrusted to and are under the care and direction of James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel. Memorial contributions in Don’s memory may be made to: The Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401. |