Thomas H Buttrick

Thomas H. Buttrick, 52 of Gaylord and formerly of Olivet, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2014 in Houghton County. Born in Bay City on September 5, 1962, Tom was the son of Benjamin and Patricia Buttrick.

He is survived by his wife, Sarah (Vahs); daughters, Hilary and Stephanie; his mother, Patricia; a brother, Scott (Pam); a brother-in-law, Brad (Myrna) Vahs; two nieces and two nephews.

Tom worked for over 20 years for the State of Michigan as a Hazardous Materials Storage Inspector in the Storage Tank Division, protecting our environment. A gifted guitar player, Tom was passionate about music and played every day. He enjoyed taking photos of his girls playing basketball, growing orchids and geology. He lived life to the fullest and never stopped learning. He was a member of Gaylord Area Elks Lodge #2544 where he was a past Exalted Ruler and a member of Gaylord Fraternal Order of Eagles #1825.

The family invites you to join them in celebrating Tom’s life at 1:30 PM on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at the Gaylord Fraternal Order of Eagles, 515 South Wisconsin St. where they will visit with friends beginning at 1:00 PM and again following the service.

Those who wish are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Otsego Conservation District for Friends of the Garden to benefit the Community Garden. Arrangements are by Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 850 North Center Avenue.