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Joseph W. Butler

Passed 11/29/2023

Obituary For Joseph W. Butler

Deacon Joseph W. Butler, of Shallotte, NC, died unexpectedly on November 29, 2023.

A 33-year educator in the Brunswick County (NC) School System, Mr. Butler was well respected and loved. He was a 1961 graduate of Union High School, Shallotte, NC and a 1965 graduate of Fayetteville State University. He received a Master’s in Education degree from North Carolina A&T State University.

He leaves behind a daughter, Tania Butler Mitchell, of Waldorf, MD.

Family Hour will be held Friday, December 8, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm, at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 7370 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Longwood, NC 28452. Funeral service will be Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 12:30 pm, at Ocean View Missionary Baptist Association Center, 45 Headquarters Rd, NW, Sunset Beach, NC 28468.

All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.


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Vickie Hussey sent Solace Ivy Planter for Joseph W. Butler - December 08, 2023

Soror Tania,

I'm so sorry for the loss of your Father. I will continue to pray for your comfort during this difficult time. Love, Soror Vickie Hussey

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Doris St Hubert planted 5 trees in memory of Joseph W. Butler . - December 07, 2023

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Tania, we were very sorry to hear of your father's passing. We were happy to have the opportunity to get to know him, if only for a short while. Please accept our condolences to you and family. We wish for you the best always and know that we will always be here for you. Barbara and Obataiye Akinwole. (Note, this was posted twice because we did not see where to sign our names with the original message.)

Tania, we were very sorry to hear of your father's passing. We were happy to have the opportunity to get to know him, if only for a short while. Please accept our condolences to you and family. We wish for you the best always and know that we will always be here for you.

Words cannot express the sadness that Mr. Butlers passing has brought to me. I first met him about 7 years ago when I came to the Shallotte BB&T and over the years, myself and my coworkers have grown very fond of him. He was one of those people who you could just strike up a conversation with at any moment and have a good laugh with. Sometimes you just know when someone has a genuinely pure soul and Mr. Butler certainly did. He will be greatly missed!

-Asia Lee

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! May god put his healing hands on your heavy hearts🙏🏽

My deepest Condolences to the family

Condolences to the family of Mr. Joseph Butler during their time of loss. His sudden passing was devastating but God took a good man. Principal Butler and Classmate. Sincerely, Bertha and Lora Hill

To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1. My condolences to the Joseph Butler Family on the loss of your beloved dad and brother. praying that God will comfort you all in this season of life. With Love. Cloria (Stanley) Dunkley

Deacon Butler was a great man,and is going to be missed in this community. He had a heart of gold for family and friends who he knew. My condolences to his family from the Bland family ❤️

I have always seen mr Butler as a great man.... he was my teacher in the sixth grade and going forward through life each time I would see him I would address him as "my teacher"..... I thank you for being that role model of a gentleman

Harold johnson

Condolences to the Deacon Joseph Butler family. Dianne Gatewood

Cousin Joseph was such a wonderful blessed man; I cannot remember a time being in his presence that he wasn't encouraging me and saying great things that left you feeling entitled just to know him. A lifter of spirits, loving and dear man. I will surely miss this great man of God. Sleep well Cuz

In loving memory Emma Neil Gore Bellamy

My mother Rachel Williams was Mr. Butler's school secretary for years at Lincoln Elementary. She always left him a cup of coffee on his desk every morning...she was an old school secretary and always took good care of him. She loved him so very much. Last year Mr. Butler came to my Mom's 80th Surprise Birthday party. He gave the most beautiful and touching speech about my mother and then at the end sang "You Are So Beautiful To Me!" There wasn't a dry eye in the place when he was finished. I will always remember that song and the great love he shared with us! He was a beloved educator to his fellow teachers, staff, and support team at Lincoln Elementary School. You are all in my prayers, Wendy Jones Southport, NC

My sincere condolences to my family, Deacon Butler was one of the best! Always kept a smile. A wonderful MOG, that will always be remembered. He had such an impact on so many lives, to know him was to love him. Sleep my brother. Praying for comfort peace and understanding for his family.

Alice Daniels and family

Prayers and Condolences to Tania and the Butler Family. Cousin Joe was a very sweet and helpful man--in every way. He loved family, church, and community. He will be remembered, revered and missed!

Love Megan A. Grissett & Family

My sincere condolences to the Family of my friend and classmateJoe Butler. I left NC right after graduation, but we remained touch. I know he will be missed in Brunswick County. Fred Stanley, UHS Class of 1961

Family, trust in the lord our savior, keep the faith! John 14: 1-4

Ravon and I want to express our sincere condolences to the Butler family and Tania and her husband. May the cherished memories of Mr. Butler provide comfort to all of you. God bless you and sustain you. Mr. Butler and Mrs. E. Butler, very inspirational and impacted me in a way that I too wanted to become an educator. I, taught school for 30 years.

Above message sent by, Fronitta Frink and family.

Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity! Psalm 133:1

On behalf of my husband Pastor Cleave Frink, one of Joseph's good friends. We send our deepest condolences and prayers of comfort to the family.

Tania and Family, Our deepest and sincere condolences on the passing of your father and Deacon. We have very fond memories of days at Mt Zion. May God continue to hold and comfort you now and in the days to come. ~ The Marlow Children - Avril, Gaftie Jr. & Dee

Deacon Joseph Butler, the ultimate Good Samaritan

Deacon Joseph Butler was a dedicated Christian soldier. He was a highly educated, respected, loving husband and father, a principal schoolteacher, a Deacon, an Ocean View Association treasurer, and an active participant in local and national politics. He was all the things that most people would dream of. He indeed had a great career. He was an excellent example of what a Christian gentleman should be. He was attentive and loving to his wife; Deacon Butler was made of different stuff—the stuff of Christian legends. Most importantly, he was a humble man who loved Jesus. He was indeed a man of God. After all of his accomplishments, one of the most impressive things about Deacon Butler is that he never forgot his roots. He loved his family and Brunswick County. He will be missed as a dedicated Christian servant. We loved him, but God loved him best. Well done, my good and noble soldier. Take your rest in the heavenly gallery of God. Thanks for being a Good Samaritan who paid the ultimate price trying to give aid and comfort to a fellow brother in distress. May God bless the Butler family during this period of grief.

Lovingly Submitted Reverend Michael and Verdell Darby

I'm totally lost for words.Deacon Butler was one of a kind,so well spoken at all times with a genuine humble persona. Wow! How I'm gonna miss hearing him during Sunday school. This man was well respected and loved. My prayers and condolences to the family especially his loving daughter Tania. Love you family. Ronald Gore

Mr. Butler will be missed at the Brunswick County Retired School Personnel meetings. He kindness and presence were evident always. Please accept our condolences. Bob Bell BCRSP

To Our Cousins The Butler Family! Our Prayers and Condolences are with you all at this time!Cousin Deacon Joseph Butler will truly be missed by all that knew him! Our Deepest Sympathy The Stanley Family Mattie, Lamont, Shelton, Monique,Eric, Tonia,Rodney, Ja'Eric, Tanayeha, Javaun, My'Jenne, Taylor, TJ and Zaden. Baltimore,MD,Raleigh, NC & Florida

My sincere condolences to the Butler family. Mr. Butler was an inspiration to all. I have known him my entire life, always with a smile and kind words. He will be missed. This is a great loss to our community. Jean M. Jinwright

This man had a very positive impact on my childhood , to the family I pray your strength and I love you. Tony Stanley & Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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