MARBLEHEAD - Cynthia Elizabeth (Kimball) Butler passed away Friday, April 23, at the age of 78. Cindy was a beloved family matriarch and leaves behind her loving husband of 59 years, Edward R. Butler Jr.; her son Daniel Butler and his wife, Kirsten; her daughter Suzanne Li and her husband, Rich; her daughter Maria Joseph and her husband, Joey; and was predeceased by her son Edward R. Butler III (Ted). She will also be loved, missed, and remembered by her grandchildren: Ian Butler and his wife, Leonie; Hayes Butler and his wife, Vicky; Julien Joseph, Sean Li, Lauren Li, Mitch Li, Gabbie Li, and Alex Salley; and by her great-grandchildren, Lily Butler and Caleb Arsenault; as well as her sister Jenny Paul and her husband, Brian; her brother Madison Kimball and his wife, Lynda; her predeceased brother Peter and his wife, Vickie; as well as many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many friends—some lifelong, and some newer—who will all miss her kind heart, keen intelligence, practical wisdom, and down-to-earth humor.
Cindy was born in Lynn, Mass., on February 8, 1943, and spent her early years in Swampscott, but she was a true Marbleheader for most of her life. It was in Marblehead, at age 16, where she met Edward "Buddy" Butler, a fellow 'Header and handsome young Navy sailor. After their first date at the King's Rook, they were inseparable, and they married in 1962. Cindy and Bud spent almost 60 wonderful years together, raising their family and facing life's triumphs and tragedies.
A pillar of steadfast support for her family and friends, Cindy was known for creating a home that was exceptionally welcoming, fun, and inclusive. She was a powerful presence in her loved ones' lives, affording generous laughter and conversation at gatherings (not to mention her renowned twice-baked potatoes), instilling pride in her grandchildren at graduations and weddings, and uniting a family for which she would do anything.
She was a fierce and dedicated bridge player and played as often as possible for the chance to compete and socialize with friends.
In her retirement, she spent many months researching and traveling with her husband, tracking down birth, marriage, and death certificates in order to trace her lineage back to Mayflower passenger John Alden. In 2005, her meticulous efforts earned her acceptance into The General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
There will be no services, but a memorial gathering to celebrate Cindy's life will be held at a later date. To share a memory or offer online condolences to the family, please visit eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.
(Published Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in the Salem News)
Cindy was born in Lynn, Mass., on February 8, 1943, and spent her early years in Swampscott, but she was a true Marbleheader for most of her life. It was in Marblehead, at age 16, where she met Edward "Buddy" Butler, a fellow 'Header and handsome young Navy sailor. After their first date at the King's Rook, they were inseparable, and they married in 1962. Cindy and Bud spent almost 60 wonderful years together, raising their family and facing life's triumphs and tragedies.
A pillar of steadfast support for her family and friends, Cindy was known for creating a home that was exceptionally welcoming, fun, and inclusive. She was a powerful presence in her loved ones' lives, affording generous laughter and conversation at gatherings (not to mention her renowned twice-baked potatoes), instilling pride in her grandchildren at graduations and weddings, and uniting a family for which she would do anything.
She was a fierce and dedicated bridge player and played as often as possible for the chance to compete and socialize with friends.
In her retirement, she spent many months researching and traveling with her husband, tracking down birth, marriage, and death certificates in order to trace her lineage back to Mayflower passenger John Alden. In 2005, her meticulous efforts earned her acceptance into The General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
There will be no services, but a memorial gathering to celebrate Cindy's life will be held at a later date. To share a memory or offer online condolences to the family, please visit eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.
(Published Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in the Salem News)
MARBLEHEAD - Cynthia Elizabeth (Kimball) Butler passed away Friday, April 23, at the age of 78. Cindy was a beloved family matriarch and leaves behind her loving husband of 59 years, Edward R. Butler Jr.; her son Daniel Butler and his wife, Kirsten; her daughter Suzanne Li and her husband, Rich; her daughter Maria Joseph and her husband, Joey; and was predeceased by her son Edward R. Butler III (Ted). She will also be loved, missed, and remembered by her grandchildren: Ian Butler and his wife, Leonie; Hayes Butler and his wife, Vicky; Julien Joseph, Sean Li, Lauren Li, Mitch Li, Gabbie Li, and Alex Salley; and by her great-grandchildren, Lily Butler and Caleb Arsenault; as well as her sister Jenny Paul and her husband, Brian; her brother Madison Kimball and his wife, Lynda; her predeceased brother Peter and his wife, Vickie; as well as many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many friends—some lifelong, and some newer—who will all miss her kind heart, keen intelligence, practical wisdom, and down-to-earth humor.
Cindy was born in Lynn, Mass., on February 8, 1943, and spent her early years in Swampscott, but she was a true Marbleheader for most of her life. It was in Marblehead, at age 16, where she met Edward "Buddy" Butler, a fellow 'Header and handsome young Navy sailor. After their first date at the King's Rook, they were inseparable, and they married in 1962. Cindy and Bud spent almost 60 wonderful years together, raising their family and facing life's triumphs and tragedies.
A pillar of steadfast support for her family and friends, Cindy was known for creating a home that was exceptionally welcoming, fun, and inclusive. She was a powerful presence in her loved ones' lives, affording generous laughter and conversation at gatherings (not to mention her renowned twice-baked potatoes), instilling pride in her grandchildren at graduations and weddings, and uniting a family for which she would do anything.
She was a fierce and dedicated bridge player and played as often as possible for the chance to compete and socialize with friends.
In her retirement, she spent many months researching and traveling with her husband, tracking down birth, marriage, and death certificates in order to trace her lineage back to Mayflower passenger John Alden. In 2005, her meticulous efforts earned her acceptance into The General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
There will be no services, but a memorial gathering to celebrate Cindy's life will be held at a later date. To share a memory or offer online condolences to the family, please visit eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.
(Published Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in the Salem News)
Cindy was born in Lynn, Mass., on February 8, 1943, and spent her early years in Swampscott, but she was a true Marbleheader for most of her life. It was in Marblehead, at age 16, where she met Edward "Buddy" Butler, a fellow 'Header and handsome young Navy sailor. After their first date at the King's Rook, they were inseparable, and they married in 1962. Cindy and Bud spent almost 60 wonderful years together, raising their family and facing life's triumphs and tragedies.
A pillar of steadfast support for her family and friends, Cindy was known for creating a home that was exceptionally welcoming, fun, and inclusive. She was a powerful presence in her loved ones' lives, affording generous laughter and conversation at gatherings (not to mention her renowned twice-baked potatoes), instilling pride in her grandchildren at graduations and weddings, and uniting a family for which she would do anything.
She was a fierce and dedicated bridge player and played as often as possible for the chance to compete and socialize with friends.
In her retirement, she spent many months researching and traveling with her husband, tracking down birth, marriage, and death certificates in order to trace her lineage back to Mayflower passenger John Alden. In 2005, her meticulous efforts earned her acceptance into The General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
There will be no services, but a memorial gathering to celebrate Cindy's life will be held at a later date. To share a memory or offer online condolences to the family, please visit eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.
(Published Wednesday, April 28, 2021 in the Salem News)
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