James Ottis Buttram Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Ottis Buttram of Springfield, Missouri, born in Niangua, Missouri, who passed away on May 20, 2023 at the age of 99. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Anson Buttram (Betty) and Erma Buttram (Williams); his stepfather Percy Higerd; and his brothers, Wayne and Carless.
He is survived by: his son-in-law Tom; his daughter Janice Schulze (Tom) of Springfield; his grandchildren, Brent Russell (Jami) of Springfield and Stephanie Gott (Tony) of Joplin; his great grandchildren, Chance Russell (Anne), Kelton Russell (Maddy), Kelsey Houston (Kyle) and Noah Gilmore (Paige); and his great great grandchildren, Finley Houston and Hayden Houston.
