Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

February 25, 2020

Deputy Sheriff Butler,
On today, the 3rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lowndes County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 25, 2020

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Butler.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 7, 2020

I am still missing you my dear brother! Continue to rest easy in Glory!

Sergeant Sabrina Smith
Valdosta Police Department

August 29, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. We tragically lost my uncle while he was protecting Lowndes Co, Officer Lee A. Crews, Valdosta Police Department EOW 1/24/84. I will forever hold your family in prayer. May the 2 of them keep watch over us and continue to patrol those golden streets til once we meet them again.

Marie Crews Suggs
Lowndes Co resident

February 26, 2019

Chris, not a day goes by that I don't think of you brother!

Ofc J Pettus
Remerton Police Department

February 25, 2019

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Michael was killed.

To the Butler family, fellow deputies, and all who call Michael beloved, my heart goes out to all of you an may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Butler gave to his community and the citizens of Georgia , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 25, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 19, 2018

I hope that everyone will find comfort in the scripture Acts 24:15-"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again in Paradise on Earth, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 23, 2018

5 miles in your honor Sir. You are not forgotten.

Detective Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department

February 25, 2018

Deputy Butler, or Chris as I knew him, was the best of the best. A loving father, a dedicated husband, and a dear friend to Law Enforcement for many years before he became a Deputy.

Ptl. Bucky Griffin
Valdosta PD

October 19, 2017

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm FrankKapusta
Mohawk PD

May 4, 2017

To the Butler family our prayers are with you. We know how it feels to lose a love one. Especially at this time . I lost my brother on April 17 1986 Deputy John H. Rowe. Of Lowndes Sheriff Office. I too was a deputy for Lowndes County. And Brooks County I'm Retired now. My family an I. Will pray for you and your family. Thoughts and prayers always.

Bryan & Carol. Rowe.

Lt. Bryan H. Rowe
Brooks County Sheriff Office

April 16, 2017

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted your family to God every morning for over six years. I pray that Michael's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Trust those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

April 1, 2017

Thank you for your service, Rest In Peace and protect from above.

Assistant Chief, BSUPD MA Matthew T. Rus
Bridgewater State University Police Department

March 23, 2017

Rest in peace Deputy Butler. I ask Our Heavenly Father to comfort and watch over your family, friends and the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office. Thank you for your dedication and service. God's speed brother.

Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Department

March 20, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department

March 20, 2017

RIP Sir. May God be with your Family and loved ones. Rest easy. Protect from above.

Officer Steven Austin
Lawrence TWP P.D. (NJ)

March 17, 2017

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (Retired)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement
Mobile County, Alabama

March 11, 2017

Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Travis D. Bird
Spotsylvania CA's Office

March 10, 2017

Rest in peace brother.

Lt. Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

March 8, 2017

R.I.P. BROTHER Butler!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

March 8, 2017

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
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Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell WY Police Department

March 8, 2017

God's peace and speed Deputy Butler . Thank you for your brave, dedicated service. R.I.P. Brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago Police Department

March 7, 2017

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Deputy Butler. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Lowndes County Sheriff's Office.

U.S. Postal Inspector Scott Horne
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

March 7, 2017

I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.

Yours, very sincerely and respectfully,

Abraham Lincoln

Sergeant E. Kemmer #142
Nevada Highway Patrol

March 6, 2017