John Douglas Butt

A gathering celebrating the life of John Douglas "Grizz" Butt, 53, of Granville, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at the McPeek Lodge, 3447 Raccoon Valley Road, Granville, Ohio.  A private graveside service will be in Welsh Hills Cemetery with the Rev. Stephen J. Cramer officiating.

Doug died Friday, February 5, 2010 at his home after an extended illness.  He was born January 29, 1957 in Granville, Ohio to Evelyn L. (Foster) and the late Ralph L. Butt.

A 1975 graduate of Granville High School, Doug was previously employed as a foreman at Excavating Unlimited.  The great outdoorsman that he was, "Grizz" greatly enjoyed deer hunting, cutting firewood, snow plowing, golfing and any other outdoor recreation.  He loved spending time with his family whether it was selecting the perfect Christmas tree or watching football on TV.

In addition to his mother, surviving are his children, Abby Jayne, Joey and Andy Butt of Granville; brothers and sisters-in-law,  Kenneth Neil and Brenda Butt of Granville, and Rodney L. and Deb Butt of Granville; and nephews and nieces,  Jessica, Josh, Megan, Jason, Emily, and Tyler.

Arrangements are in the care of McPEEK-HOEKSTRA FUNERAL HOME in Granville.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.mcpeekhoekstra.com.

Remembrances may be made to Hospice of Central Ohio, P.O. Box 430, Newark, Ohio 43058 or American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215.

The family would like to thank the hospice nurses and aides, Doug's caregivers, everyone who said prayers, visited, sent cards, and brought food, and helped in any way.