Patsy Faye Butler

Patsy Faye Butler, age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 30, 1933, in Idabel, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter of Benjamin Franklin and Vida Louise Earnheart. Patsy was one of several siblings, all of whom preceded her in death except her beloved sister, Thelma Jean Russell.

She married the love of her life, Malcolm "June" Butler, on August 30, 1953. Together, they built a beautiful family and were blessed with two children, David and Kimberly. Patsy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met.

Patsy co-owned Idabel Hardware and served as the Administrative Assistant at Kiamichi Vo-Tech for 20 years, where she retired with a legacy of dedication and hard work. She was a life-long member of the First Presbyterian Church in Idabel, OK, where her faith was a guiding light throughout her life.

In her spare time, Patsy loved playing Bridge with her friends and was an avid sports enthusiast, always cheering enthusiastically for her favorite teams.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Toni Butler of Idabel, OK, and daughter and son-in-law, Kim Butler and Greg Tucker of Crystal Lake, IL. She leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Rachael Woods and Jared, Adam Butler, Matthew Butler, Kaci Tucker, Max Tucker, and Elizabeth Tucker, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Roger and Shirley Butler of Idabel, OK along with nine great-grandchildren.

Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, parents, eight brothers and sisters, and her great-grandson, Jaxon Butler of Idabel, OK.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. A service to celebrate Patsy's life will be held at 10:30 am on July 10, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church in Idabel, OK.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to First Presbyterian Church of Idabel.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.whitefamilyfh.com.

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