Earl “Butch” J. Priem
Saturday, June 22, 1946
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Age:
67 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday June 25, 2014
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday June 26, 2014
Time: 10:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Memorial Service
Date: Thursday June 26, 2014
Time: 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Saturday, June 22, 1946
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Age:
67 years old
Saturday, June 22, 1946
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Age:
67 years old
Earl “Butch” J. Priem
Earl Jay “Butch” Priem passed away at home on June 21, 2014 at the age of 67. He was comforted by his wife and children.
Butch is survived by his loving wife, Cindy, of 42 years. They were married in Minneapolis on February 19, 1971.
Butch will be forever remembered by wife, Cindy (Rodgers) Priem of Rochester, children, Shane Priem (Big Lake MN), Schad (Nadine) Priem (Rochester MN), Sara Guevremont (Corey) (Rochester, MN), Sean (Karyn) Priem (Rochester, MN), and 7 grandchildren (Eric, Nicole, Gavin, Lauryn, Mason, Joslyn, Bryson) Butch was born in Chicago, IL on June 22, 1946. He grew up in McGregor, MN and later entered the Army. He spent his life providing for his family by working hard doing various jobs in the construction industry. Most recently he was the warehouse manager at Bright Ideas Lighting. Butch was a very caring and compassionate person, he made a lasting impression on everyone he met. Butch enjoyed spending his free time at his camper in Elba, MN. He also enjoyed woodworking, reading, NASCAR collectibles, football and family.
The visitation will be held at The River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, Rochester, MN on Wednesday, June 25th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
The funeral service will be held at The River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, on June 26 at 11:00 am. with a visitation one half hour prior to the funeral.
Burial to follow at a later date in Preston, MN.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Earl “Butch” J. Priem has received the following condolences.
Cindy, Sara, Schad, Sean and family,
Of course there are no words to lessen your pain at this time but knowing that Butch had a GREAT last few weeks doing all of things that he loved and you all made that possible for him has got to feel great! Nascar, campground, last birthday celebration, family and friends, and we cant forget about Sara's Chili!!! That is the true meaning of family! I will see you all tonight and tomorrow!
Love and Hugs
Lisa Stellmaker
Sarah,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Brings back memories of losing my dad. When you watch them suffer it seems to help a little to know they don't have to anymore but still very hard to deal with. Keep all your wonderful memories close to heart. Be sure to let us know if we can do anything. We are here for you.
Hugs to you!
Carol & Dale
The Priem Family,
I'm sorry for your lose. I enjoyed working with Butch back in the day building houses and hanging out with Schad in high school. He was always very kind to me.
Rest in peace!
James Kelly
Rochester, MN
Butch! I will miss seeing you at the campfires, i was lucky. To have spent many night having beers with you. I wish. Well in your next journey. Cindy and kids my thoughts are with you. Duane Hammel
Butch has been an Icon here at the campground and in Elba.
He would join any social event, many times he was the one who got the ball rolling-Saturday moring Bloody Mary's, Sunday morning breakfast, and beers around the Tiki Hut. He will be missed by all of his fellow campers.
Whitewater Valley Campgroung
Sorry to hear of Butch's passing. He will be missed. RIP my friend!
Sara - Nicole & Eric.
There are no words that will make any of this easier. I just want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers - Your Dad/Grandpa was very proud of all of you. You could see it in ther sparkle in his eyes.
Big Love and Hugs in the upcoming days to help you through.
With the peace of knowing, when we all turn to dust, we will meet again.
Blessings,
Barb
I feel so Blessed to have known you Mr. Priem I will miss you dearly. Sandy