James Robert Butler Obituary

James R. Butler, 64, passed away surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at the Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the beloved son of Joyce M. (Coffey) Budlong, and the late Robert L. Butler Jr. James was the loving brother of Jeffrey A. Butler, Craig M. Butler, John “Jay” Baker, Sandra J. Baker, Linda J. McNally, Carol A. Schraeder, Robert L. Butler III, and the late Christopher Butler. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Jim was the owner and operator of Butler Construction Company, of Warwick, which he established in 1980. He had a great love for the water and Conimicut Point, where he resided for many years, and was known for his memorable fourth of July parties at his home. Jim enjoyed all things from the Eastern Culture, yoga, and martial arts. Anyone that knew Jim, had a special connection with him, and his dry wit and quirky sense of humor.

Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation, Friday, August 10, 2018, from 4-7PM with a service at 7PM, in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution can be made to Save the Bay Center, 100 Save The Bay Drive, Providence, RI 02905.