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Obituary For Mr. Melvin "Bud" Butler

Mr. Melvin “Bud” Butler, 72, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health High Point Medical Center. He was born March 14, 1947 to the late Marvin Staton and Mary Butler. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Ann Oliver.

Who was this man, named Melvin Butler? “Bud” as he was affectionately known by his William Penn High School Tigers, Class of 1965, was a legend in his own right. He was sought after by numerous college recruiters for his natural skilled abilities in basketball. Bud was an all-conference, all-star basketball legend. There were many basketball records broken and new ones made that remain unbroken until this day. As a young man, Bud was inspired by his uncles in the hand skills of home improvement. He became a Master in masonry crafts and later enhanced it with concrete finishing skills. Bud was a phenomenal cook and was known for his “spread of flavors covering the table”. Bud was a mentor to so many young, old and in between.

He was not a biological father, but a father and grandfather to many. He will be remembered and sorely missed by all who knew him.

Melvin leaves to cherish his memories his special love, Ms. Kathy LeGrande of the home; three sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Wilson, Mrs. Bessie (James) Linton and Mrs. Carolyn (William) Little all of High Point, NC; one special uncle, Earl (Maggie) Butler of High Point; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends.

The family sends special love and thanks to Pete Boyce and Frank Dorsett for the loving care during his time of illness.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 716 Leonard Avenue. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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Prayers for strength and courage for Kathy and your family at this time. Rest in Paradise Our Friend your smile and kind heart will be missed. Stephany Steed Chavis

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On behalf of John Pearson and family, we offer our sincerest condolences to The Butler Family. Our prayers are with you all.

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You will truly be missed. We love you Chilly Pimp!!! Ericka Neely

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To the butler family bud will be really missed by you all and me. My condolences goes out to all of you. We all go back to the good old days in burns hill and they were better times. I just can't believe he has left us and my heart is so heavy right now, love you all with my deepest sympathy Jacqueline McCray

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He was a kind spirit with a beautiful smile! RIP My friend You will be missed My condolences to his family.

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Condolences to the family and Kathy. Sorry for your loss. Ron McCall Valdosta GA

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May God comfort your family during your heavenly transition. Michael and Judy Murray, Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

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Condolences to the family of Bud Butler.

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RIP Bud

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Condolences to the family of Bud Butler. Henry D Ingram Family Ill miss you guessing my ever-growing waste size first time you saw me when I returned home since 65.

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Condolences to the Bulter Family. You are all in my prayers.

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The William Penn High School Class of 1965 will always remember “Bud” and share your loss. Condolences to the entire family. Ronald Truesdale/ Chair

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Condolences to the Family from the INGRAM Family of EL PASO, Texas...

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My friend, my brother of 46 years. I will greatly miss you. Chilli Pimp, may Jehovah keep you in his memory so I will have the chance to see you awaken from slee and embrace you. Rest well until then. Much love to Cathy, and family.

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Condolences and prayers to the Family of Melvin Butler. The Anderson Family

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Condolences and prayers to the Family of Melvin Butler. The Anderson Family

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Sorry to hear of Buds passing. From Ingram Family (Burns Hill)

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My Symphathy to the Butler Family.I knew "Bud" back in the day.He worked with Ralph Spencer bricklaying.Prayers for Family and Loved Ones.

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Condolences to the family of Bud Butler. William Penn Class of 1966

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Condolences to the family of Bud Butler. Lottie and James Hope

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