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Caroll Butler Obituary
Apr 15, 1955 - Jul 16, 2023
Wakeman
Caroll L. "Buggs" Butler, 68, of Wakeman, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023, surrounded by his family at University Hospital, Cleveland, after a lengthy illness.
He was born April 15, 1955, in Norwalk, to Leon and Gladys (Wheeler) Butler. Buggs graduated from Western Reserve High School and EHOVE. He was a successful business owner of Asphalt Sealers for 19 years and Butler Construction for 21 years. He also worked for Erie Blacktop and most recently for Prestige Pools. He was a member of Wakeman Eagles, Wakeman Sno-ballers for 50 years, and Wakeman Congregational Church. He was a Wakeman Township trustee for 18 years, serving his community during that time by donating his own time and equipment for many projects; not limited to the building of the trail at Dalton Park as well as building the township building and salt bin.
In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his family, snowmobiling, tinkering around the farm, collecting and working on tractors, gardening, and his Labor Day family camp out.
Buggs is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda (Bowman) Butler, whom he married Aug. 10, 1974; four daughters, Stephanie (David) Wetzel, Allison (Marc) Kauble, Autumn (Seth) Thomas, and Ashley (Jeff) Kinney; 13 grandchildren, Lane, Kaden, Maylee, Ashlyn, Layken, Landen, Adah, Jude, Mason, Claire, Corynne, Myra, and Hudson; brother, Dick (Linda) Keith; sister, Karen (John) Grills; brother-in-law, Steve Tock; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives; and favorite dogs, Gracie, Molly, and Annie.
Buggs was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Debbie Tock; mother and father-in-law, Harold and Edith Bowman; brother-in-law, Dean Bowman; and niece, Stacey Bowman.
Visitation for friends will be 3-8 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2023, at Toft Funeral Home, Wakeman Chapel, 16 Cooper St., Wakeman. Buggs' funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the funeral home with Pastor Jim Rico presiding. Burial will follow at Wakeman Cemetery.
Those wishing to contribute to his memory may do so to Leukemia Foundation or Western Reserve Athletic Boosters Track Project.
Condolences may be shared online at toftfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Caroll Butler
G
July 21, 2023
My favorite comment from Bugs, "Keep smiling"
Rest in peace my friend and mentor
The Hershey children
July 19, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cindy Thomas
July 19, 2023
Linda, my prayers are with you and your family, Bugsy was a good guy and a hard worker.
Cheryl King
July 18, 2023
RIP Bugsy.. Prayers for the family
Jim and Claudia Garner
July 18, 2023
Jim and I were very saddened to hear of the passing of Bugsy. He was a great guy and a wonderful friend. We sincerely hope God wraps his loving arms around you and brings you love and peace. Sending hugs, prayers, and love.
Glenn and Candy Muskovich
July 18, 2023
Our condolences to Linda, and All her Family, so sorry for your loss. Bugs was a Great Family Man and will be missed by many....RIP Bugs..
Bob and Jen Schultz
July 18, 2023
Bugs was a great guy. He valued family and was a good friend to many! Our sincere condolences for this loss.
Jen and I pray that you find peace and hope.
Randy and Betty Miller
July 18, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to you Linda and girls and family. May the Lord comfort you.
Greg Davis
July 18, 2023
Bugsy, we´ll miss you. Rest in Peace. Condolences to his family and friends.
Larry French
July 18, 2023
My sincere condolences and prayers go out for Bugs and his family. May he rest in eternal peace.
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