Bessie E. Butler

FARWELL - Bessie E. Butler, age 84, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, went to be with our Lord and savior on Oct. 2, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. She was born on Nov. 22, 1923 in Emigh Run, Pa., daughter of the late Samuel and Emma (Pontious) Arndt. Bessie was a homemaker who loved her family time, was accomplished at crocheting doilies and afghans, and was a frequent blood donor to the Red Cross for many years. She was a member of the Renovo Presbyterian Church for many years, and was very active in the activities of the Church. She was also a member of the Moose Lodge Auxiliary and really enjoyed socializing with people. On Nov. 15, 1952, in Coudersport, she married Paul H. Butler who survives. Also surviving are her sons: Rev. James (Janette) Summerson of Knightdale, N. Carolina and Herbert Probst Jr. of North Bend, daughters: Ruby (John) Schmidt of Fleetwood, Pa. and Linda Butler of Reynoldsville, 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, brother: Tyrus (Laura) Arndt of Emporium and sister-in-law: Emma Jean Arndt of Emporium, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded by 8 brothers and 5 sisters. Funeral services will be held at the Maxwell Funeral Home, 205 Fifth St. Renovo, at 1:00 P.M. Saturday with Rev. James Summerson officiating. Interment will follow in North Bend Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11:00 A.M. until service time. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society. She was loved by many, will be missed by all, and will never be forgotten. Online condolences may be sent to www.Bestlifetributes.com