James Butcher

James W. "Butch" Butcher Jr., 73, of Ambridge, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2020. Born on June 4, 1947, in Bulger, Pa, to the late James and Leona Butcher Sr., Butch is the beloved husband of Susan (Kenney) Butcher for 29 very loving years. Also surviving are Butch's loving sister Kathy (John "Dumps") Thomas; nephew Josh, one great-nephew, and one great-niece; Stepsons Larry and Tom (Tessa) Hudepohl, seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and Liz Hudepohl.

Butch proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war. He was a loyal and respected employee of Rite Aid for many years and a Deacon at the United Presbyterian Church in Ambridge, PA. Butch will be remembered as one of the kindest souls you would have ever meet.

A memorial service will be held on October 17 at 11:00 am at the United Presbyterian Church, 823 Maplewood Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003, and will be officiated by Rev Beth Wierman and Rev John Dickey. Arrangements entrusted to RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1000 Freeport Rd., New Kensington, PA 15068. 724-335-0100. Online condolences can be left at www.rjslater.com.