Obituaries

Mary Louise Butler

July 21st, 1931 – June 26th, 2022

Mary Louise Butler age 90 of Astoria, IL passed away on Sunday June 26, 2022 at 2:50 pm at Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, IL. She was born July 21, 1931 in Astoria, the daughter of Murray and Rose Liebig Lybarger. She married Robert L. Butler on October 1, 1950 in Astoria, IL. He preceded her in death on June 14, 2000.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Lila Burdett.

She is survived by two her sons, Steven R. (Pamela) Butler of Astoria, Stanley L. (Cathy) Butler of Peoria, IL, four grandchildren Meghan (Matt) Allen of Normal, IL, Brian (Carlos Butler-Vale) Butler of Glenview, IL, Nicholas (Ande) Butler of Bailey, CO, and Christopher (Joseph Franco) Butler of Chicago, IL, three great-grandchildren, Chase and Cade Allen and Sofia Butler-Vale, sister Phyllis (Jack) Bloomfield, Monument
CO.

For 30 years of her 41 year career she worked at the Farmers State Bank of Astoria. She took great pride in her work and serving customers in the community. She was a member of the Astoria United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir. She was an avid bowler for many years throughout leagues in the county and also loved riding her bicycle.

Mary was a dedicated, strong, and loyal daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. No matter the scenario, no matter the game, Mary played to win and instilled this in her family. She shared her opinion freely, whether with a family member, co-worker, referee, or how one of her legendary apple pies turned out. Mary worked hard and saved hard her whole life. She was proud of a job well done. She raised her boys to do the same and ensured they were in church with her every Sunday. Mary had many expressions, but her beautiful red lips smiled the biggest and her eyes shined the brightest when talking of her family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mary often made up her own words or accidently altered the meaning, leading to the most confusing, hysterical, and memorable stories that often provided the greatest laughs and greatest lessons. Through thick and thin, to the very end, she was a die-hard Cubs fan. Her first heavenly act was helping
her beloved Cubbies take a win over “those darn Cardinals” on her dying day.

A visitation will be held Wednesday June 29, 2022 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria from 5-7 pm. A funeral service will be held Thursday June 30, 2022 at 10 am at the Astoria United Methodist Church with interment at the Astoria Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Astoria United Methodist Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital Midwest Affiliate. To donate online, please go to stjude.org/donate and check the box labeled "Dedicate my Donation".

Condolences

June 27th, 2022

Steve,Pam, Stan, Kathy, Megan, Nick and family.
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Mary was truly a special, remarkable person and will leave a void in your family. We so enjoyed her humor and her love for her family and those Cubs.
Harley and Kay

June 27th, 2022

To the Butler families, we are so sorry for your loss. Mary B. was a dear friend and will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim and Deb Park

June 27th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Nancy Carithers

June 27th, 2022

We are so sorry for your loss. {{{hugs}}} Jodie & Robbin Kost

June 27th, 2022

Love and prayers for your family. So sorry for your loss but rest assured she is in the arms of Jesus. The Gravez Family

June 28th, 2022

So sorry for your family's loss. Roberta Oest

June 28th, 2022

Sorry for your loss. Tommy and Pam Trone

June 28th, 2022

Sorry for your loss, Darrell and Debby Pierce

June 28th, 2022

We are sorry for your mother's passing, but know that you have many great memories of good times with her.
Bill and Erin Valentine

June 28th, 2022

So sorry for your loss heaven gain a wonderful lady

June 28th, 2022

Steve and family, sorry to hear about your mom. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Alcinda and George

June 28th, 2022

Stan and Steve, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She always had a smile and kind words. Love and Light, Deb (Blue) Williams

June 28th, 2022

I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for all. Julie Anderson

June 28th, 2022

We have lost so many good friends and Mary was right at the top of the list as a very good friend..so many memories of Mary,Bob ,Steve and Stanley.hugs 🙏Bob and Rett Mummert

June 28th, 2022

So very sorry for your families loss. She was a special lady. I always enjoyed our visit after I'd deliver her memorial day flowers she had ordered. She was a sweetheart and loved her family. Linda Schneider

June 28th, 2022

Sorry for your family's loss you are in our prayers Randy and Brenda Stambaugh

June 28th, 2022

So sorry .. mary was a wonderful woman Hugs

June 28th, 2022

So sorry .. mary was a wonderful woman Hugs

June 29th, 2022

Thoughts and prayers for all of you
From all of us
The Malott families
The Taylor families
The Burget families

June 29th, 2022

Stan…we send our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mother. May she rest in peace and assist heaven residents with their matters! Ron & Pat Pratt, Dunlap, IL

June 29th, 2022

Our sincere condolences in loss of your mother. She was a great fiend to allour

June 29th, 2022

Sorry for the loss of your mother. Mary. Marvin n Marilyn Biesenthal n families

June 29th, 2022

Sorry for your loss.

June 29th, 2022

So sorry for your loss, Mary was a great person!
Dan and Bonnie Gunter

June 29th, 2022

Thoughts and prayers to you all!! Memories of Mary bring smiles and laughter to our hearts! We truly enjoyed her jest for life and laughter as she lived it! May you be comforted by your memories!! Much love, John n Cheri

June 29th, 2022

Sorry for your loss. Prayers the Butler Family find peace and comfort.
Jim Donelan

June 29th, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to the Butler family. Dale and Linda Pittman

June 29th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Carol Stambaugh

June 29th, 2022

So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was really a wonderful friend and always had a good word to hear. We will miss her beautiful compose that brought out the best of her! Always willing to listen to you. Bill Weime. Sierra Vista, AZ

June 30th, 2022

So sorry to here of the passing of Mary such a wonderful lady.Larry and Lisa Bucher

June 30th, 2022

So sorry for you loss Sending our Thoughts & Prayers. Sue Palmer & Family's

June 30th, 2022

So sorry for your loss Mary was a very Special lady. Glenna parry Anthony and Tony Baldry. Our prayers are with all.

June 30th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. She was always a joy to have in our office. David and Peggy

June 30th, 2022

So sorry for your loss
Mary was a great person. Thinking of you.
Patty Kolves

July 1st, 2022

So sorry for you families' loss. Mary was a sweet lady with a great smile.
Beth & Rod Price

July 7th, 2022

May her memory be a blessing to her family and friends.

July 8th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Alicia and Lily Lehman

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