Don and family, I was so sorry to hear of Pat's death. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. You had many great years together and I know you will always cherish those memories. I'll track you down when I'm in Rochester sometime, Don. Jeff

To the Butters family-- our deepest condolences for your loss.  You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

May God grant you peace and may your memories give you comfort.  My prayers are with you and your family.  Diana

 Don and family,

As we drive home from Canada and can finally connect to the Internet, we are so saddened to read of Pat's passing! What a great lady! She was so fun to teach with at Aldrich, and we both enjoyed our hockey connections! Remembering fondly hugging Pat after JM won the State championship with Paul in net! I was also so greatful to receive that beautiful stained glass picture that Kim made...."CELEBRATE LIFE"! Pat sure did celebrate life in all she did! We are so happy to have known her and your family!

Blessings and hugs,

Lorne & Joan

I extend my sympathy to the family of Pat Butters.  Although my time at Aldrich was short and not at a time when I was

able to get to know Pat, her reputation was very alive and vibrant.  My mother, J. Garrett, also, did not know her well, but

spoke highly of her when all of the "senior"/retired teachers were talked about at the various gatherings.  I know how very

hard it was when my mom died, so...I know that each of you will miss her in your own, individual ways.  I believe that Pat

was somewhat like my mom in that she did not want people fussing over her nor being sad.  I pray that you are able to find

fun, laughter, comfort, warmth and life in the many memories you made with her and shared with her.  She was a special 

woman that believed in staying busy and helping others...I believe that she in her angel-form will continue to do that for 

each of you.

Chris Garrett Kern

To the family of Pat Butters, I extend gentle hugs and deepest condolences.  I was blessed to know Pat and to share many smiles and soft laughter with her, in my early years at Aldrich.  I know that many lives were touched by her gentle but firm presence in our  Aldrich classrooms.  Please know that many of will be grieving with you and missing her...but, at the same time, being very thankful for having shared part of her walk on earth.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Tester

To the family of Pat Butters, I extend my deepest regards and respect for a very dedicated and life-loving lady.  I came to Aldrich after she had retired, but I did have the honor to get to meet her and know her a little at some of the Aldrich gatherings.  My sister, Cindy Tester, spoke of her with great respect and admiration.  I am sure that each of you, in her family of friend and/or by blood, will feel a great loss,  However, as I type this, I equally know how very blessed you are to have known her for so many years and to have had your lives enriched with her enthusiasm for each new day and love of life and family.  She was a person who understood that the greatest gift we have to offer another is our time and presence.

Each of you is in my prayers as I celebrate the life and love of Pat in my prayers with thanksgiving

With deepest sympathy,

Alice Mae Applequist

.   

My sincere condolences to the Butters family. I have very fond memories of Pat from when or oldest son had Pat for his teacher at Aldrich to working with her at Zumbro and volunteering with her at Samaritan Aux. She was a very kind and caring person and will be missed by everyone that knew her.

My Deepest Sympathy, 

Nancy Berg

Don & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Pat passing away.  Connie at church sent an e-mail notice to my daughters as I am out of town visiting my youngest daughter in Spokane, WA.  I'm sorry that I will be unable to attend the memorial service as I don't return to Rochester until September 9th.  My thoughts and prayers are with you Don and all of your family.

Love,

Elva

Paul my thoughts and prayers are with you Kim and Matt with the passing of your mom u were blessed to have her I ll always remember how nice she was when I spent afternoons after elementary school and the Indian guide meetings we had at your house back in the early years 

Our deepest sympathies to the Butters Family especially Kim.  Our hearts go out to you in the loss of your loving mother.  You shared a SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP that was evident to us in the short time we spent with you & her...whether she was helping at your artisan shows or you were baking Christmas Cookies together.  When I would interact with her while she volunteered at Samaritan Bethany she was one classy-looking, friendly & always giving to staff & residents her loving attention.  Blessings to you & yours as you grieve her loss.  She will be greatly missed by so many in the lives she touched with her beautiful ways....what a legacy she has left to you & the world!  With Love From Marc & JoAnn Pream

Our deepest condolences to Dr. Butters and Nancy, and the entire family. Our thoughts are with you.

Dear Don & family you have our deepest sympathy.  Pat was a wonderful lady and very  special to all of us. I am sorry to say we sre out of town and can't be there.  You are in our thoughts and prayers.  Maary & Tom Crowe

Don and family - I am so sorry to hear of Pat's death.  One of the ladies on 5th neighborhood told me this afternoon.  Prayers for comfort and peace are flowing your way.  My deepest sympathies.

My dear cousin, may you rest in peace. Don, Kim, Mat, and Paul, my heart reaches out to you. Pat was like my second mom, to me. I am going to miss her. A fun story to share: I had to have been around 20, going to school in Rochester, when Pat invited me over to the house for my first ever..... tacos. Family stories you shared are going to be deeply missed. I'm glad I got to visit last summer and sorry that I won't be there Thursday. I'm going to miss you, Pat.

My dear family. Sorry about your loss. When the enemy death strikes, the sting of death can be very painful, and can leave us with emotions that are hard to understand. Know that when you pour out your heart to God (Psalms 83:18) in prayer, He will give you that  Peace that surpasses all understanding to guard your thinking and your heart. May the family stay together during this difficult times.

Don, you and your family have my sympathy.  I have clinic appointments on Thursday, so I won't be able to attend Pat's service.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  I'll see you around Gramercy.  Take care.