John Butler Jr. Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Butler Jr. of Murphysboro, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 67, on February 7, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Butler Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Elmer, Sr. and Ann Marie Butler (Laga); and his sisters, Joyce Butler Nichols and Margaret Butler. He is survived by: his wife Laura Kula; his daughter Melissa Cline (Brian); his grandchildren, Adam, Leah and Andie; his daughter Jamie McClellan (Ryan); his grandchildren, Johnny, Luke and Claire; and his nephew Matthew Nichols.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions may be made to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.