Mrs. Kazuko Katelyn “Kate” Butts, Galesburg Chapel
age 57 of 1233 N. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, died at 5:35 AM Tuesday April 24, 2007 at her home.
She was born July 27, 1949 in Naha, Okinawa, Japan, the daughter of Kenjun and Yaeko Nadoyoma. She married James Loveland in 1975 and later married Cyril W. “Bill” Butts, Jr. in 1999.
She is survived by her husband Bill of Galesburg, two daughters, Kristine (and J.R.) Korenberg, Muscatine, IA and Katherine J. (and Gustavo Guavin) Loveland, Ashburn, VA, one grandson, Andrew J. Korenberg, Muscatine, IA, two step sons, Cyril William Butts, III, Galesburg and Brian D. Butts, Galesburg, one step daughter, Anna K. Butts, Chicago, IL, two brothers, Kensho Nadoyama and Osamu Nadoyama, one sister, Tomoko Odo, all of Naha, Okinawa, Japan, and several nieces and nephews.
She graduated from Okinawa University in Naha Okinawa, Japan with a degree in education and later graduated from Iowa State University, Ames, IA with a degree in engineering. She worked for UNISYS in Clear Lake, IA and later was an engineer for Butler Manufacturing Company in Galesburg for many years, retiring in 2003. She loved cooking, gardening and was very devoted to her family.
Cremation will be accorded. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 2 PM Saturday April 28, 2007 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Presley officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 PM Friday evening at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12 to 5 PM Sunday at 1233 N. Kellogg St. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Project Life Saver, or Prairieland Hospice Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
Crissy,
I am truly sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Krissy & Kathy – we were sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom. You are in our thoughts and we wish you strength during this difficult time.
Your Mason City neighbors.
We consider Kate our friend and share the family’s sadness of her loss. We will miss her alot.
Krissy and Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Theresa
I am so sorry for your loss. Kate will be greatly missed by all. Kate was like a second mom and I will never forget all the times she tried to keep us inline in our younger days!! She may have been small but she was still scarier than your dad. You know if you need anything I’m there!! Love you both!!
Janell
Bill-I am so very sorry for your loss.
May God bless you with His comfort & give
you strength.
Krissy and Kathy – I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. Kate was a very special person and will be missed greatly by all! She was like a second mom to me when we were growing up and I will never forget her trying to keep us in line, however hard that was!! I love you both and if you need anything – I’m there!
Love – Janell
Kathy and Krissy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I have so many wonderful memories of her from my childhood. I am thinking of you both during this sad time.
Bill,
It saddens me to hear that you have lost someone special in your life. I am truly sorry. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that OUR LORD IS WITH THEE and Kate is now with our Lord. You are also in my heart.
Jen and family
Bill,
We are so sorry to hear about Kate.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Krissy, Kathy, and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. What a special mother you were blessed with! We wish you strength and peace. You are in our hearts.
Love – Sethanne, Bryan, and Drew
Bill, you have my deepest sympathies in your loss of Kate.
Rita
Hi Krissy and Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom! May she be in peace now with God. My father just passed away on Sunday and I just came back to the east coast today to hear of your news. I have compassion, empathy and love for your loss and pain. Please know that I am hear and I love you guys!
Lori
Kathy & Krissy, We’re so sorry about your mom. Heidi enjoyed many hours in your home and benefited from your mom’s many talents, especially her great cooking. She was good to her. Thinking of you. Verona & Rich
Dear Krissy & J.R.,
Thinking and praying for you and your family during this time. May the memories of Kate be ever present in your marriage and family. Love Cousin Laura
To Bill and His Family,
We are all so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God hasten the healing process for all of you. He will be your comfort. When you think of your lost loved one, and it brings a smile to your face, rather than a pain in your soul, you will know that the mourning process is waning and the healing process, graced by God, has begun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you.
Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories help with your sorrow. Maureen
Bill and family,
Kate was so special to us in many ways. Our memories will be with us forever. She was a classy lady who loved her family and was very proud of Andrew. Bill we are here for you so just ask when you need us to help. Our prayers are with you all. Peace.
Bill and family,
What a shock to us. Words can’t express enough at times like this. Our thoughts are with you as we deal with this stunning loss. Call or email Bill when you have the time.
Krissy and Kathy,
I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts are prayers are you with you.