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Barbara <I>Anderson</I> Butler

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Barbara Anderson Butler

Birth
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30 Oct 2020 (aged 82)
Burial
Madisonville, Monroe County, Tennessee, USA Add to Map
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Barbara Anderson Butler, age 82, of Madisonville, Tennessee was reunited unexpectedly with her grandson in Heaven on Friday, October 30, 2020. She attended First Baptist Church of Madisonville. For 48 years, Barbara was Registrar at Hiwassee College, a job that she enjoyed deeply. She took great pleasure in helping many students graduate. She was a devoted wife of 62 years and had a great love and admiration towards her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, which she spoke of often. She always had a story to tell. She loved to be in the kitchen cooking or baking for family, friends, and neighbors. Barbara had a joyous reunion in Heaven with her parents, Earl and Janie Mae Anderson, her grandson, Jordan Rausin and step granddaughter, Lexie Hedles. She would have told you the best time of her life was the time spent with her grandchildren.

Barbara leaves friends too numerous to count. Those who knew her appreciated her sincerity and giving spirit. Barbara is survived by her spouse of 62 years, Melvin Butler. Children, Gary Butler of Madisonville, TN, Barry (Chris) Butler of Sparta, TN, Tammy Rausin of Philadelphia, TN and Terry (Martin) Laettner of Nashville, TN. She was indescribably proud of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Grandchildren, Casey Rausin, Courtney (Kevin) Cornett and her special Chloe all of Monroe County, TN, Amber Brown and Parker Templeton, both of Nashville. Great grandchildren Reed, Austin and Davis Cornett and Amya Nelson. She is also survived by brothers Charles (Violet) Anderson, Doug Anderson, and sister, Roxie (Wilford) Isbill, Brother in law, Marvin Butler, Sisters in law, Lola (Wayne) Taylor, Flo Snyder, Artie Sloan, Ruth (Dean) Pike and Dot (John) Helms and all their families that she loved and spoke of often.

Funeral 7 P.M. Tuesday, Biereley-Hale Chapel, Rev. Chris Moore & Dr. Lon Shoopman officiating. Interment 11 A.M. Wednesday, Sunset Cemetery. Pallbearers: Bert Blankenship, Charlie Lee, Daniel Lane, Kevin Cornett, Larry Sloan, Phillip Swanson and Tommy “L” Simpson. By adhering to the health and business operation guidelines by the CDC & the Governor’s office for services, you are asked to continue social distancing, wearing masks and frequent handwashing. Should you be sick or feel sick, please stay at home. If you are not able to attend, you are encouraged to visit our website at www.biereleyhale.com and sign the guestbook or leave private condolences for the family to read. Memorial contributions can be made to the Jordan Rausin Memorial Playground at Philadelphia Elementary School. Family will receive friends 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, Madisonville.
Barbara Anderson Butler, age 82, of Madisonville, Tennessee was reunited unexpectedly with her grandson in Heaven on Friday, October 30, 2020. She attended First Baptist Church of Madisonville. For 48 years, Barbara was Registrar at Hiwassee College, a job that she enjoyed deeply. She took great pleasure in helping many students graduate. She was a devoted wife of 62 years and had a great love and admiration towards her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, which she spoke of often. She always had a story to tell. She loved to be in the kitchen cooking or baking for family, friends, and neighbors. Barbara had a joyous reunion in Heaven with her parents, Earl and Janie Mae Anderson, her grandson, Jordan Rausin and step granddaughter, Lexie Hedles. She would have told you the best time of her life was the time spent with her grandchildren.

Barbara leaves friends too numerous to count. Those who knew her appreciated her sincerity and giving spirit. Barbara is survived by her spouse of 62 years, Melvin Butler. Children, Gary Butler of Madisonville, TN, Barry (Chris) Butler of Sparta, TN, Tammy Rausin of Philadelphia, TN and Terry (Martin) Laettner of Nashville, TN. She was indescribably proud of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Grandchildren, Casey Rausin, Courtney (Kevin) Cornett and her special Chloe all of Monroe County, TN, Amber Brown and Parker Templeton, both of Nashville. Great grandchildren Reed, Austin and Davis Cornett and Amya Nelson. She is also survived by brothers Charles (Violet) Anderson, Doug Anderson, and sister, Roxie (Wilford) Isbill, Brother in law, Marvin Butler, Sisters in law, Lola (Wayne) Taylor, Flo Snyder, Artie Sloan, Ruth (Dean) Pike and Dot (John) Helms and all their families that she loved and spoke of often.

Funeral 7 P.M. Tuesday, Biereley-Hale Chapel, Rev. Chris Moore & Dr. Lon Shoopman officiating. Interment 11 A.M. Wednesday, Sunset Cemetery. Pallbearers: Bert Blankenship, Charlie Lee, Daniel Lane, Kevin Cornett, Larry Sloan, Phillip Swanson and Tommy “L” Simpson. By adhering to the health and business operation guidelines by the CDC & the Governor’s office for services, you are asked to continue social distancing, wearing masks and frequent handwashing. Should you be sick or feel sick, please stay at home. If you are not able to attend, you are encouraged to visit our website at www.biereleyhale.com and sign the guestbook or leave private condolences for the family to read. Memorial contributions can be made to the Jordan Rausin Memorial Playground at Philadelphia Elementary School. Family will receive friends 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, Madisonville.

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  • Created by: Joe Irons
  • Added: Nov 1, 2020
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/217906084/barbara-butler: accessed ), memorial page for Barbara Anderson Butler (25 Aug 1938–30 Oct 2020), Find a Grave Memorial ID 217906084, citing Sunset Cemetery, Madisonville, Monroe County, Tennessee, USA; Maintained by Joe Irons (contributor 49424638).