BUTT – Richard John William, 75, of Liverpool Queens County, passed away peacefully in Surf Lodge, Lockeport on Thursday, April 13, 2023.
Born in New Milton, England, Richard was a son of the late George and Maureen (Ellis) Butt.
Richard attended primary and secondary schools in New Milton followed by an apprenticeship at Wellworthy Engineering where he qualified as an electrical engineer. He enlisted in the Merchant Navy as an Engineering Officer working for Castle Line sailing freight from Southampton to South Africa. After a couple of years, Richard joined another shipping company which took him to Nova Scotia collecting paper from Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited in Brooklyn. He then joined Bowater as an electrician where he worked for over 30 years.
Richard enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing cards and bingo and loved his poodles. He was an avid sports fan with hockey, golf and baseball being his favorites.
Richard is survived by his daughter Melanie (Dwayne) Tracey of Dartmouth. His grandchildren Felicity and Harlow. His brothers Peter (Pat), William (Linda) and Vincent (Alison) all of England.
Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his son Darren.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. No service by request. No flowers, donations may be made to your local S.P.C.A. or animal shelter. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Judy Hyson
I’m so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing! My condolences to his family!May he RIP!
Tim McDonald
I have lots of great memories from bowling with Richard over the years. We had a lot of fun times back then. Sorry to hear about his passing. My condolences to Melanie and family.
Helen & David Fox
So sorry to hear of Richards passing. Condolences to all of Richards family, especially Melody. Knew Richard for alot of years, miss seeing him at bingo. RIP
Elaine and Junior Williams
Melaine Sorry you have lost your father
Hugh Mosher
So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. Lots of great memories of good times bowling. May your memories help you all going forward.
Lesley Hinton
Sorry for your loss. Always sad to lose family – Much love to you xox
Charlotte, Bobby and Peggy Kelley
Melanie and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.
Marilyn Williams
Sincere Condolences to the family and friends Richard will be missed Miss seeing him when we go to Olives in Liverpool NS
Evelyn Oickle Fisher
Sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. Sending condolence to all of Richard,’s family.
Hannah McKinnon (Nee Miller)
Melanie and Family,
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing.
Sending sincere condolences.
Barb Gidney
Dear Olive and Family: I am so very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I enjoyed seeing him at Bingo Monday nights and when visiting with my Mom at Surf Lodge, he always came by for a “hi” or a friendly chat! I hope your hearts receive all they need at this time to give you strength and comfort.
Murray and Donna Rolfe
Sorry to hear this. Sending our deepest condolences to the Family
Gary Jollimore
Sorry to hear of Richards passing, enjoyed working together back in the day.
William Butt
Sorry to hear of my big brothers death. I send my love and best wishes to Melanie and family. Thinking of you. RIP
pam wamboldt
I send prayers to ollie as well to his family. May Richard RIP, So have many memories of Richard when I worked at the transportation motel.
Randy Blair
My condolences to Richards family
Many memories of working with him He always had time to talk to me and others
Keith Graham
So sorry for your loss Melanie & family.
Edna Mae
My deepest sorrow to all his family and friends.He was a wonderful friend of mine with fond memories.With Love Edna-Mae.
The Rafuse family
Melanie,Our condolences to you and your loved ones.We have lots of good’ Brooklyn’ memories of your family.