Russell E. Butters

Russell E. Butters, 86, Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home February 21, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Butters was born December 12, 1929, in Indianapolis to the late James R. and Genevieve Butters.

He graduated from Crispus Attucks High School and proudly served four years in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He worked on the Plattsburgh Atlas Missile project with General Dynamics, earning a top secret card of distinction. He worked briefly for the Allison Division of General Motors before becoming a pattern maker for Chrysler. Mr. Butters retired from Chrysler after 30 years of employment.

He was a 40 year member of the Plainfield Masonic Lodge #653. Additionally, he was a faithful member of the Scottish Rite and the Murat Shrine. As a Shriner, he was past president of the minicycles, worked with the Reception Unit, VCM, and the Police Club. Mr. Butters was a life-member of VFW Post #1587 and had served as president of the Hendricks County REACT. A man who lived life to the fullest, he enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and many friends.

Survivors include his wife, Roberta (Bursk) Butters, to whom he was united in marriage June 4, 1962; children, Phillip E., Phyllis Jean, and Michael J. Butters; Cheryl Lentz (Scott) of Avon, Becky Collins of Brownsburg, and Melissa Thomas of Avon; brothers, Richard Butters of Indianapolis and Robert Butters (Sandy) of Indianapolis; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of Russell E. Butters on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, 4 to 8 p.m. in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. A Masonic memorial will be held at 7 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Thursday, February 25, 2015, in the funeral home. Burial will follow in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.