Roger Sanders Butterfield's obituary , Passed away on August 19, 2025 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Roger Sanders Butterfield

January 2, 1956 - August 19, 2025 (69 years old)

Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Roger Sanders Butterfield's obituary , Passed away on August 19, 2025 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Harrelson Funeral Home Inc

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Roger Sanders Butterfield

January 2, 1956 - August 19, 2025 (69 years old)

Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Roger Sanders Butterfield Obituary

We bid farewell to Roger Sanders Butterfield of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 19, 2025 at the age of 69. Roger touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Roger's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harold Butterfield and Marian Sanders Butterfield; and his brother Barkley Butterfield. He is survived by: his wife Susan Cristaldi Butterfield; his son Michael Butterfield (Danielle) of Jacksonville, Florida; his grandchildren, Jackson Butterfield and Olivia Butterfield of Jacksonville, Florida; and his brothers-in-law, Mark Cristaldi Sr. (Alice) and Thomas Cristaldi. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (1024 W Main St, Forest City, NC 28043).

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested for memorial donations to be made to the Florida High School Athletic Association, 1801 N.W. 80th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Harrelson Funeral Home Inc



Sat

Oct 11

Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
1024 W Main St, Forest City, NC 28043

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August 21, 2025

Deb Doherty wrote a sympathy message

“I was so very sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. He was truly a kind and genuine soul whose warmth and goodness touched the lives of many. His presence will be greatly missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have known him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time. May you find strength in the love of family and friends, and comfort in the cherished memories you hold close. Prayers with you all Deb & Jim Doherty”


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