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Obituary For Michael Butler, Jr.
Mr. Michael Butler, Jr., 69, of Phenix City, AL passed on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. EST. on Friday, July 17, 2026 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Kent L. Christopher, officiating, Rev. Earnest Lawton, Eulogist. Interment to follow at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public viewing will be held at 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Michael E. Butler Jr. “Big Mike” was born on November 24, 1956, in Cheverly, Maryland, to the late Michael E. Butler Sr. and Nancy R. Butler. He was preceded in death by his brother, Anthony D. “Tony” Butler Sr.
On June 24, 2026, in Columbus, Georgia, God called him home. No more pain, no more suffering. Big Mike was employed by Washington Gas Company for over 25 years. He was a resident of Alabama for over 10 years. He served in the U.S. Army. He played softball for over five different teams in the DMV area. He was a lover of all sports, but especially his “Redskins,” now the Commanders.
He leaves behind one loving daughter, Ashley (Latasha) Ross of Washington, D.C.; one grandson, Adebayo Alao; and the mother of his daughter, Pamela Butler.
Siblings: JoAnn (Earnest) Lawton, Alabama; Ricardo (Beverly) Butler, Carl (Vanessa) Butler, all of Maryland; Linda Scroggins, Texas; Warren Butler, Georgia; and Patricia Butler, Alabama.
A host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers who love him and will miss him.
A special thanks to Monica Price (Nurse) and Piedmont Hospital for their care. We love you, Big Mike, but God loves you more..
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The New Bride Christian Church Family would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Butler - Lawton Family we lost a good brother and friend in Michael. A humble and kind soul who would always speak positive uplifting words. Never complained or got discouraged but we bless and be thankful for every day God gave him. His physical condition never took away his joy, his love and his enthusiasm for life. Truly a unique and God sent soul to lighten the burdens in the life of others. Dr. Alphonso Thomas- First Lady Thomas and the NBCC family.
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Big Mike you were always a pleasure to be around. You will be missed but will always remain in our thoughts, memories, and prayers. Take your well deserved rest Sir!
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Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family during this tough time. We are grateful to have know Mike as both a colleague and a friend.
Holding you close in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult time.
Prayers of comfort, peace and healing.
To the (our) family the Lawton's and other siblings of Brother Michael Butler we offer sincere condolences and prayers. We are asking the Lord to strengthen you in this hour and to wrap his loving arms around you to remind you that earth has no sorrow that HEAVEN cannot heal! We absolutely love you you...James, Melinda and the guys...God Bless you!
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.