Published in Arizona Daily Star (September 13, 2015):
John Daniel Butcher "Jack," 83, passed away quietly in the comfort of his home.
Survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Jan Harrison, John Butcher III, Jim Butcher, and Joanne Michaelsen; seven grandchildren, Justin, Alex, Jade, John IV, Jimmy, Jennifer, and Stephanie; and a great-grandchild, Ryan.
Jack was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Fred A. Butcher and Genevieve La Verne Towner. He was raised in Michigan until 1945. His family then moved to California.
He attended Occidental College, and that is where he met the love of his life, Joyce Baldwin.
In 1950 Jack enlisted in the Navy Reserve, and during his college years was given orders to serve on the DDR 877 USS Perkins assigned to the Western Pacific.
He returned to graduate from college and marry his wife of 61 years, Joyce.
Jack had a very successful 43-year career with Sears Roebuck & Co.
Upon retirement Jack and Joyce enjoyed building a beautiful home in Vero Beach, FL, where they both loved the Indian River, Atlantic Ocean, and Jack's many rounds of golf. They made their way to Tucson, AZ, in 2002 to live and follow all the activities and achievements of their grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him.
The family would like to thank the people of Casa de la Luz Hospice for the love and support during Jack's final days and also Elizabeth for her compassion and tender care.
Arrangements by Vistoso Funeral Home.
John Daniel Butcher "Jack," 83, passed away quietly in the comfort of his home.
Survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Jan Harrison, John Butcher III, Jim Butcher, and Joanne Michaelsen; seven grandchildren, Justin, Alex, Jade, John IV, Jimmy, Jennifer, and Stephanie; and a great-grandchild, Ryan.
Jack was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Fred A. Butcher and Genevieve La Verne Towner. He was raised in Michigan until 1945. His family then moved to California.
He attended Occidental College, and that is where he met the love of his life, Joyce Baldwin.
In 1950 Jack enlisted in the Navy Reserve, and during his college years was given orders to serve on the DDR 877 USS Perkins assigned to the Western Pacific.
He returned to graduate from college and marry his wife of 61 years, Joyce.
Jack had a very successful 43-year career with Sears Roebuck & Co.
Upon retirement Jack and Joyce enjoyed building a beautiful home in Vero Beach, FL, where they both loved the Indian River, Atlantic Ocean, and Jack's many rounds of golf. They made their way to Tucson, AZ, in 2002 to live and follow all the activities and achievements of their grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him.
The family would like to thank the people of Casa de la Luz Hospice for the love and support during Jack's final days and also Elizabeth for her compassion and tender care.
Arrangements by Vistoso Funeral Home.
Published in Arizona Daily Star (September 13, 2015):
John Daniel Butcher "Jack," 83, passed away quietly in the comfort of his home.
Survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Jan Harrison, John Butcher III, Jim Butcher, and Joanne Michaelsen; seven grandchildren, Justin, Alex, Jade, John IV, Jimmy, Jennifer, and Stephanie; and a great-grandchild, Ryan.
Jack was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Fred A. Butcher and Genevieve La Verne Towner. He was raised in Michigan until 1945. His family then moved to California.
He attended Occidental College, and that is where he met the love of his life, Joyce Baldwin.
In 1950 Jack enlisted in the Navy Reserve, and during his college years was given orders to serve on the DDR 877 USS Perkins assigned to the Western Pacific.
He returned to graduate from college and marry his wife of 61 years, Joyce.
Jack had a very successful 43-year career with Sears Roebuck & Co.
Upon retirement Jack and Joyce enjoyed building a beautiful home in Vero Beach, FL, where they both loved the Indian River, Atlantic Ocean, and Jack's many rounds of golf. They made their way to Tucson, AZ, in 2002 to live and follow all the activities and achievements of their grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him.
The family would like to thank the people of Casa de la Luz Hospice for the love and support during Jack's final days and also Elizabeth for her compassion and tender care.
Arrangements by Vistoso Funeral Home.
John Daniel Butcher "Jack," 83, passed away quietly in the comfort of his home.
Survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Jan Harrison, John Butcher III, Jim Butcher, and Joanne Michaelsen; seven grandchildren, Justin, Alex, Jade, John IV, Jimmy, Jennifer, and Stephanie; and a great-grandchild, Ryan.
Jack was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Fred A. Butcher and Genevieve La Verne Towner. He was raised in Michigan until 1945. His family then moved to California.
He attended Occidental College, and that is where he met the love of his life, Joyce Baldwin.
In 1950 Jack enlisted in the Navy Reserve, and during his college years was given orders to serve on the DDR 877 USS Perkins assigned to the Western Pacific.
He returned to graduate from college and marry his wife of 61 years, Joyce.
Jack had a very successful 43-year career with Sears Roebuck & Co.
Upon retirement Jack and Joyce enjoyed building a beautiful home in Vero Beach, FL, where they both loved the Indian River, Atlantic Ocean, and Jack's many rounds of golf. They made their way to Tucson, AZ, in 2002 to live and follow all the activities and achievements of their grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him.
The family would like to thank the people of Casa de la Luz Hospice for the love and support during Jack's final days and also Elizabeth for her compassion and tender care.
Arrangements by Vistoso Funeral Home.
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