Pam Lynn Butler
March 03, 2013
Pam Butler, 45, was surrounded by her family when she passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer on Sunday, March 3, 2013 at her home in Ankeny. She was born in Freeman, South Dakota on February 21, 1968, daughter of Loren and Ellen (Olson) Graber. She married the love of her life, Tom Butler, on August 13, 1988. They had three children together.
Pam was a woman of amazing faith and an active member of Cornerstone Church in Ames. She was involved with two Bible study groups and a Ladies Golf League. Pam was a realtor with Iowa Realty and Kimberley Development. She cherished her family and was known as the “Fun Mom.” Her three children were the joy of her life and she was very involved in their many activities.
Pam is survived by her husband of 24 years, Tom; children, Molli Butler, Houston Butler and Aimee Butler; parents, Loren and Ellen Graber; sisters, Pennie (Dennis) Carroll, and Paula (Steve) Jones; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Waldo “Slim” and Annie Graber; maternal grandparents, Merrill and Gladys Olson; and her niece, Elise Butler.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Grace Church, 4200 E. 25th Street in Des Moines. The family will receive visitors from 5 to 7 p.m., prior to funeral services. A private burial will occur on Friday, March 8, 2013.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the family for the future education of her children.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Will Brown
03/06/2013
I will miss you Pam. You truly was a blessing to everyone who knew you. You now have a new healed body!! Not only are you not in pain, but you are at your real home now with so many jewels in your crown! You left such a legacy. Everyone of my customers who you worked with loved you!!! I was never hesitant to send anyone to you because I knew they would be getting the red carpet! Brad, I am very sorry for your loss, and a loss it is because you had a very special wife. A woman who loved the Lord with ALL her heart! Please let me and my family know if we can ever be of any help. Financially, babysitting, dinner. My wife and I would love to help anyway we can.
Belinda Nelson
03/06/2013
Brad and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers. She sounds like an awesome person and we are sure she will be missed by many.
Beth Sammons Covert Springdale, AR
03/06/2013
The memories over all these years I will carry in my heart. Since I am exactly one day older I have not forgotten your birthday in 30 years! :-) I never will forget. You will always be celebrated! I love your precious family. I love you and I miss you.
Jim Weiland Storm Lake IA
03/05/2013
I enjoyed meeting you and Pam on the trip to the Darlington Nascar Race. She had such a sweet spirit about her, it was a pleasure to have know the both of you, she left a mark in my heart. May the Lord comfort you and your family during this time and always.
Shelli and Don Bridgeman
03/05/2013
Although we only knew Pam through a realtor relationship, we could both tell what a special person she was. So very hard working, kind, patient, ethical, fun, always giving 110%. Prayers for God to hold you all in his arms with comfort and strength.
Monell Crawford
03/05/2013
Tom and family, I am so very sorry that Pam has lost her battle, but I find comfort that she is with our Lord and has no more pain. She was a very special person and I feel blessed to have known her. I will never forget Pam. My prayers are with you in the days to come.
Dawn & Dave Hyler
03/05/2013
Paula and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers!
Carmen Davis
03/05/2013
I have never met anyone like Pam! She made an impact on my life by watching her live life to the fullest with humor and grace. She has forever changed my life. Her faith is inspiring.
Michael and Nicky Kulish
03/05/2013
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Pam was such a sweet caring soul. Please tell Aimee that David will be praying for her. She remains one of the best friends David's has had. Hugs and Prayers.
Will & Julie Ramsey
03/05/2013
Julie and I are better for knowing Pam.Just know that all of our prayers are for peace and understanding for the families through the days ahead.
Judy and Russ Jeffrey
03/05/2013
There are no words that truly express our heartfelt sorrow for your family. Pam was a light that shown through everything. May you all find peace in the days ahead.
Joan
03/05/2013
Pam was an extraordinary woman in every way. We all know she has met Christ. God's power to heal her family after such a great loss for them.
Joann
Mark and Deb McGee
03/04/2013
So sorry you had to say goodbye to your wife and mom. She was a beautiful woman...inside and out. Will miss her wonderful smile, laugh, and great personality.
Renee, Tim, John, Jill, Joe, Alysha, Grandma
03/04/2013
We all know Pam is in a better place and she is shining down on us now in no pain. GOD love her. We will continue to pray for strength for all your families to get through the pain and sorrows. Love you all
Greg, Lori, Zach and Josh Grant
03/03/2013
To the Butler, Graber, Carroll and Jones families please know that we are all sadden by the loss of Pam. There just aren't enough words to express our feelings but know, from the bottom of our hearts, we love you and are praying for you.