Phillip M. Butler

Butler, Phillip M. Age 89, of Farmington, MN. After a peaceful morning watching the sunrise and listening to birds, he died at home surrounded in love with his family by his side. Proud Navy Veteran, Tin Can Sailor served in WWII and Korean War. Retiree of Western Airlines (Delta) and US Postal Service.

Preceded in death by parents Sydney and Gladys Butler; brothers LeRoy and Richard.

Survived by loving wife of 66 years Mary Jane Butler, who steadfastly sat by his side throughout his "predicament." Sharing their greatest pastime together, watching the MN Twins! Survived by sons Jeff Butler, Richard (Lana), Joseph (Kerry) David (Lisa); daughters Julie Faulkner (Steve) and Cheryl Butler; grand-children Jack, Audrey (Bobby), Creanna, Ashley, Stephanie, Alexander, Grace, Sydney; aunt Betty Brum; brother-in-law Harold Hansen (Sue); also many, many relatives and friends.

Phil enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and hunting trips, reading, feeding birds and traveling the world with MaryJane. Despite his declining health he continued to live life to the fullest, working on his "Bucket List" traveling to Hawaii to tour the USS Missouri, to Etobon, France to visit his ancestral homeland and Oshkosh, WI to attend his Navy ship reunion. Nothing made this Grandpa prouder than following all the activities and accomplishments of his grandchildren.

~Funeral Services~

1:00 PM Friday, April 21, 2017 at

Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home

230 13th Ave NE,

Minneapolis, Minnesota

with visitation at the funeral home from 11:00 am until service time of 1 pm.

~Burial with Military Honors~

Sunset Cemetery

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Following the service gathering of friends and family at Phil's house in Farmington MN. All are welcome. Special thanks to VA Home Based Care Program and Fairview Hospice. Eight Bells & All's Well This Sailor's Watch is Over.

Arrangements under the direction of Sunset Funeral Home held at Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home, Minneapolis, MN.