The death of Mildred E. Butler occurred peacefully at Rocmaura Nursing Home on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Millie was born in Norton, on March 8, 1922, a daughter of the late E. Heber and Ethel (Sherwood) Richardson. She will be remembered for her generosity, positive outlook, and her wonderful sense of humor. Mildred was a role model for her children and valued her friends, family, and community. She had a rich and full life and will always be remembered, missed, and loved. She was predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Walter L. Butler, in 1985; her daughter, Carol (Jim) Coward of Trenton, Ont.; her four brothers, Lloyd, Frederick, Albert, and Edward; and her three sisters, Estell, Gertrude, and Edna. She is survived by her son, Dr. David (Lorie) Butler of Vancouver; and her daughter, Catherine (David) Hayward of Saint John.
She is remembered by her 11 grandchildren, Dr. David Coward, and Martha (Coward) Levesque; Dr. Michael, Dr. Andrea, Lauren, Courtney, Devon, and Darcy Butler, and Barbara (Hayward) West, Jenny, and Elizabeth Hayward; and several great-grandchildren.
At her request, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or the charity of your choice. Interment will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery at a time to be announced. www.fitzpatrickfh.com