July 15, 1932 – April 27, 2026
Jack Leroy Butler, age 93, resident of Frontenac, KS, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at Pittsburg Care and Rehab in Pittsburg, KS. He was born July 15, 1932, in Pittsburg, KS, the son of Cleo Roy Butler and Emma Dillow Butler. Jack married Lillian Maxine Tripp on September 10, 1955, in Pittsburg. She preceded him in death on September 10, 2014. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. Jack worked most of his career as a truck driver. In his spare time, he enjoyed being outdoors doing yardwork and gardening. He could often be found in the garage making or fixing something. He liked telling stories and discussing his Army career. Jack was an avid reader, especially the Bible. He loved spending time with family, especially during the holidays.
Survivors include 7 children, Vickie Smith, Spokane, WA, Karen Cox (Virgle) Lamar, MO, Cindy Albertson, Provo, UT, Danny Butler, Arizona, Steven Butler (Lindy) North Carolina, Christina Boren (Glen) Mesa, AZ, and Kimberly Gilbert (David) Paola, KS; and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by 3 sisters, a grandson, and his parents.
Rev. Chuck Russell will conduct graveside services at 12:30 PM Monday, May 11th, at the U.S. National Cemetery, Fort Scott, KS. Services are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
