Submitted by: Dan Rich
Robert E. Butts
Dec. 30, 1947 - Nov. 19, 2008
South Bend Tribune 11/22/2008
SOUTH BEND - Robert E. Butts, 60, passed away at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 in St. Joseph Regional Medical
Center, South Bend. He was born December 30, 1947 in South Bend
to Robert S. and Vivian "Waynette" (Vought)
Butts. Mr. Butts is survived by his father, Robert S. Butts of
South Bend, IN; sister, Sherl Squires of South Bend, IN;
two nephews and two nieces. His mother, Waynette and brother,
Ross F. Butts preceded him in death. Mr. Butts was a lifelong
area resident. He was a 1972 graduate of Indiana University,
Bloomington. Mr. Butts served his country honorably in the United
States Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a trainer
at Affiliated Computer Systems.
A graveside service was held on Friday, November 21, 2008 in Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend. Private visitation was held at Palmer Funeral Home-River Park, South Bend. Contributions may be offered to the First Baptist Church, 727 N. Main St., Mishawaka, IN 46545.