Bobby G. Butler Sr., 87, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2022, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Franklin, TN on October 17, 1935, to the late Henry and Roxie (Martin) Butler.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Lillian Carol (Davis) Butler; brothers, Bruce, Terry, Marty, and Rodney Butler; sister, Sue Butler; and great grandson, Breckan.

Bobby Sr. is survived by his sons, Bobby G. (Patty) Butler Jr., and Jeff Butler; daughters, Kathy (Bill) Ferrick and Molly (Mark Mahan) Spanovich; grandchildren, Joshua, Robert (Mary), Shanna (Scott), Danielle (Garet), Amber (Christo), Randy (Ashley), Taryn (Travis), Brianna (Mike), Molly Jane, Sara, and Andrew; great grandchildren, Gaven, Rachael, Gabby, Landyn, Marlee, Jade, Alec, Mallory, Keagan, Daeton, Adilyn, Rowyn, Madison, Parker, Griffin, Emmett, and Owen; and sisters, Shelby West, Janice, Garland, and Vickie Cash.

In accordance with Bobby Sr.'s wishes, cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart.

Bobby Sr. was an amazing and loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was a hard worker and worked as a production manager and later an assistant plant manager for Skyline. Many of his coworkers enjoyed having him as their leader and looked up to him. Bobby Sr. enjoyed gardening, growing his green beans, cucumbers, and delicious tomatoes as well as working in his yard.

He was also a talented woodworker who learned most of his craftsmanship from his grandfather. Bobby Sr. made anything from picture frames, wagons, to intricate and ornate carousels for his loved ones. Family meant the world to him, and he enjoyed having everyone over at his house for family get-togethers. Many summers were spent by his family lounging around the pool, swimming, enjoying the outdoors, and catching up with family members. When he was younger, he enjoyed hiking and camping with his wife, Lillian, and his kids, especially when they would go to Pokagon campgrounds. Bobby Sr. will be greatly and dearly missed by his loving family and many friends.