Johnny Murray

Butler

Johnny Murray Butler, age 70, of Milan, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2026, at Milan General Hospital.

Born on October 29, 1956, in Blue Island, Illinois, Johnny was the son of the late Claude Duane Butler and Ola Mae Bell Butler. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Military Police officer from 1975 until 1978.

Johnny was a retired contractor who specialized in home renovation. He took pride in his work and enjoyed spending his free time doing the things he loved most, including camping, fishing, and traveling. Above all, he cherished his family and the memories made with those closest to him.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Carole Butler of Milan, Tennessee; two sons, Dean Butler and wife Brittany of Trenton, Tennessee, and Justin Butler and wife Tenisha of Bolivar, Tennessee; four grandchildren, Johnathan Butler, Tyler Butler, Steven Butler, and Brayden Westmoreland; and six great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by three brothers, David Butler and wife Gail of Florida, James Butler of Guys, Tennessee, and Jack Butler of Savannah, Tennessee, along with several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. Butler will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at Bodkin Funeral Home. Burial will follow at 1:30 PM at Tennessee Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads.

Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until service time at Bodkin Funeral Home.

Johnny will be remembered for his service to his country, his love of the outdoors, and the many memories he shared with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.