Merle Buttz
June 30, 2013
Merle Buttz, 54, passed away at his home on Sunday, June 30, 2013. Merle was born December 11, 1958, in Lake City, Iowa, to Merle Sr. and Ethalinda Buttz. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Marines. Merle was a hard worker and loved working with his hands. He was self employed as a handyman and loved to hunt and fish.
Merle was preceded in death by his father, Merle Buttz, Sr., mother, Ethalinda Faust, and brother, Rick Buttz.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Buttz, and siblings, Lance, Denise, Ricky, Randy, Robin, and Marty, as well as many extended family and friends.
Burial with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, July 5, 2013, at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Merle.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Nancy Aleccia
07/05/2013
Tammy, Condolences on the loss of your Soulmate, Merle. Keep your faith, and hold all those shared memories close. He will always watch over you..
George Hendrickson " Big George"
07/04/2013
So sorry and surprised to see of Merle's passing. We had so many good times flying the birds together, as well as all the other things Merle and George did. Hard to believe I'll never see him again.
Tina Pastwa
07/03/2013
Tammy, I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May you find strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Pete and Jan Madison
07/03/2013
Lots of great memories lots of fun too.
Merle was one of a kind we will miss him.
Jerry O'Rourke
07/03/2013
Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about Merle and your sudden loss. I know from your stories of going to auctions, flea markets and hunting with Merle that you two were kindred spirits. Obviously you had a relationship that's like winning the lottery and impossible to replace. Embrace and celebrate how you lived and trust that time will ease the pain you feel today.
Lisa Mooney
07/02/2013
Tammy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sending you prayers and lots of love and hugs. Take care.