Obituary of James Ivan Butler

BUTLER: James (Jim) Ivan – A resident of Chatham and formerly of Toronto, Jim passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus on March 17, 2011 at the age of 65. Born in England, son of the late Ivan and Esther Butler. Cherished brother of Maureen Butler of Chatham, Buddy Butler of B.C., Kenneth Butler of Chatham, and Mary Butler of Chatham. Jim will be missed by special friends Joe Westendorp, Holly Westendorp, and Jimmy Smith, and Wendy Dunlop. He will be fondly remembered and missed by his two dogs. A special thank you to the C.K.H.A. staff for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 21, 2011 at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Jim to the Humane Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com. McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, Ontario (519)351-2040.