Jimmie Reed Butler October 17, 1936 - January 15, 2022 - Turrentine ...

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                                         Jimmie Reed Butler
                                    October 17, 1936 - January 15, 2022

Jimmie Reed Butler, 85 of Trenton, passed from this life on January 15,2022, surrounded by his loving family at The
Reed Home place where he was blessed to draw his first and final breaths within the same walls. He was born in Trenton
on October 17, 1936, to James Marvin (J.M. “Dolly”) Butler and Laura Reed Butler. He was a dedicated and loyal son,
husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and loyal friend. A graduate of Trenton High School, and Texas A & M
University, class of '59 attending on a Livestock Judging Scholarship. He was a member of the National Championship
A & M University Judging Team. During his college days, he also enjoyed rodeo, competing in Bull-Riding and Steer
Dogging.

On July 26, 1958, he was married to the Love of his Life, and childhood friend, Elizabeth Kay Anderson Butler, in the
First United Methodist Church of Trenton, where they celebrated their 50th and 64th Anniversaries as faithful members
for their entire lifetimes. He was a Rancher, Auctioneer, and Ag Teacher with a specialization in Animal Husbandry and
Genetics. His auctioning career took them all across America and to the Middle East, where he auctioned heavy
equipment in Saudi Arabia, Great Britain, Liverpool, Falkland Islands, Canada, Turkey, Scotland, France, England and
the Alaskan pipeline where he established life-long friendships worldwide. He was known as "one of a kind “and one of
the "Great Ones" among Ring Men. He had a passion for "Story Telling”, with his signature laughter and smile. Through
years of interest in Collecting and trading Western Memorabilia, he assembled extensive collections; he and Kay were
named to The Bit and Spur Collector's Hall of Fame with feature article in ‘The Cattleman’. He and Kay ran Butler Cattle
Company with herds of purebred Charolais. They served as charter members of the Texas Bluebonnet Charolais
Association, raising champion breeding lines, competing at The Major Livestock Shows with great success. He was one
of the pioneers in the Maine-Anjou breed expansion in the US. He and Kay enjoyed their miniature horse herds and were
able to win Best of Color with their registered black leopard appaloosa, winning National Grand Champion Get of Sire.

“BigJim” was the patriarch of a large, loving family. He was proceeded in death by his parents and his sister, Beverly
Mac Butler Alexander and Max Alexander. Those left to cherish his memory are the many men whom he has mentored

and shared fatherly guidance and wisdom, his loving wife " KayKay" of Trenton, daughters Beverly Bain Butler Hall and
  her husband Kelly of Henderson, Kimberly Kay Butler Jestis and her husband Chuck of Montague, son Dr. J.Reed Butler
  and his wife Jessica of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, daughter Kristy Bettina Butler Stringer and her husband Chris of Trenton.
  John Alexander (Annie), Laurie Alexander, Rodney Alexander (Mandi), Katelyn Parsons (Chase), Blaine, Ashley and
  Aubrey Alexander, Glenda Pierce Butler Hackney (John). Grandchildren Kayla Mann (Russell) of Frisco, Kylee Mann
  (Rex) of Southlake, Kamryn Jones (Cody) of Henderson, Preston Jestis (Brittany) of Sealey, Jaycee Jestis (Dylan) of
  Denton, Daxton Reed Butler, Ella Butler of Bartlesville, Riley Stringer, Reed Stringer of Trenton. Great-grandchildren
  Malley, Macy, Mark Kelly Mann, Presley, Berkley Mann, Collier Jones, Sophira, Axel Jestis, Elliot Henson, Oliver and
  Henry King.

  Celebration of his Life Well Lived will be led by Pastor Wayne Walters in the Trenton First United Methodist Church on
  Monday January 17,2022 at 10:00am. Honorary Pallbearers, Dax Butler, Reed Stringer, Riley Stringer, Preston Jestis,
  Charlie Baker, T.C. Berryhill, Larry Anderson, Don Anderson, Lew Donaghey, Jim Dillard, Jack Dillard, David Catching,
  Clint Catching, Tom Mac Holmes, John "Jug" Kiker, and Jimmy Spoonmore.

  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The First United Methodist Church of Trenton, PO Box 216 (at
  215 North Second Street), Trenton, Texas. 75490

Memorials
There isn't but one word to describe Jim Butler other than a "character". Jim
was larger than life, full of personality and enthusiasm. I had the pleasure of
working along side of him many times in the auction arena. As a young
auctioneer and ring man getting started in the business, I would watch Jim and
learn from him. He was a true Master at his craft. Jim not only taught me how
to conduct myself in the sales arena but more importantly showed me by
example how to treat people. Jim never met a stranger. He was a real friend to
hundreds of people all across the country. I will miss listening to his great
stories and getting to talk about all the things we had in common including the
auction business, good cattle and spurs. Rest In Peace my friend. You will be
missed greatly!
DOUG RODGERS-WHITESBORO TX, FEBRUARY 7, 2022

I just learned of Jimmie passing. So sorry to learn of his death I had a lot of
respect and love for the man. He was tremendous help for our ag program in
Whitewright.
JACK ROGERS, FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Life offers us the opportunity to meet those people that indeed make such an

impression we are somewhat changed. My association with Jim was such.
Each time I left his presence I felt so much better. To the family I hope you
have now and will have in the future a joy knowing your husband, Dad,
Grandfather, Uncle, Great Uncle positively touched so many people.
AUSTIN J. CREHAN, JR., JANUARY 23, 2022

May your sweet soul rest in peace, Jimmy Reed. Thank you for always being
so kind to me.
SHERI WATSON, JANUARY 20, 2022

Sorry for your loss.
BILLY HUGHES , JANUARY 19, 2022

Prayers for KK and the entire Butler Family and extended family. Loved being
with y'all yesterday. Sad it took the loss of Big Jim to get everyone together. I
know BJ would be proud of our gathering. He loved big gatherings of family,
friends and at auctions. RIP Big Jim.
RAY BERRYHILL, JANUARY 18, 2022

One of the most authentic men we have aver known. The Real Deal,
BILLY & KAREN KIMBREL, JANUARY 17, 2022

Dear Aunt Bev and Girls, We are so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful
man he must have been. I loved reading about his life's accomplishments as
they parallel my own grandparent's. He was a great American and true Texan,
but most importantly a citizen of Heaven. He leaves behind a wonderful legacy
in you all. All our love, Trenton, Rachael, Sam, Lilly, Luke and Benjamin Hall
RACHAEL HALL, JANUARY 17, 2022

May your family take this time to celebrate a life well lived.
CAROL @ RANDY LIMBACHER, JANUARY 17, 2022

I just wanted to say from the Bragg family that we are sorry for ur loss big Jim
was a wonderful man he will be missed but just remember he's in a better
place looking down and watching and being yalls guardian angel
WILLIAM J BRAGG, JANUARY 17, 2022

The family of Jimmy has lost a true “one of a kind”, and so have the rest of us
who knew and admired him. To walk into a room and see him was nearly

guaranteed to make you smile. Dear family, so sorry he’s gone, Janice Willard
JANICE WILLARD, JANUARY 17, 2022

So very sorry for your loss. We were just proud that we were able to come visit
while he was feeling good. He will be missed by many. You and your family
will be in our prayers
GEORGETTA MIEARS, JANUARY 16, 2022

To Kay & family - on behalf of all your friends in the NBSSCA, we extend our
sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. He was loved by all and will be
truly missed.
NBSSCA, JANUARY 16, 2022

To Kay and the family - we are so very sorry for your loss. Jim was such a
special person. We will miss him. Our love and prayers for you all. - Peg &
Joel Schaffer
PEG SCHAFFER, JANUARY 16, 2022

We had the honor and blessing to know him and work with him. Always
laughing and smiling and tell them stories he will be missed.

HARVEY AND TAMMY BAKER, JANUARY 16, 2022

So sorry for your loss, he was a special person, he will be truly missed, my
prayers are with you, may God Bless and keep you.
RICK GLASSCOCK, JANUARY 16, 2022

Jim was one of those “Larger than Life” individuals. I always enjoyed our visits
to their house growing up. Thoughts and prayers for the family. Jim
JIM STAN CLARK, JANUARY 16, 2022

My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of “Big Jim”. I know he and Keith
are together catching up and trying to sell something. You all will be in my
thoughts and prayers.
JANE BRIGHTWELL, JANUARY 16, 2022

Beverly, sorry for your loss. I will continue praying for you and your family. Call
me if there's anything that I can do for you and your family.

JIMMY JONES , JANUARY 16, 2022

We are all better people for knowing big Jim. The room lit up when he walked
in with that smile. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
JESSE BROWN, JANUARY 16, 2022

Thoughts and prayers with your family. We have all lost a great friend.
DONNIE NEWMAN , JANUARY 16, 2022

Big Jim was one of a kind, could tell a story better than anybody and was my
friend. I’m so sorry for your loss. Love y’all.
SCOTT CRAWFORD, JANUARY 16, 2022

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