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Lester Butler Obituary

Lester A. Butler, Jr. Charleston - Mr. Lester Aaron Butler, Jr. passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 in Charleston, SC and will be buried at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church in Rock Hill, SC. Born in Concord, NC, Mr. Butler was the son of the late, Lester Aaron Butler, Sr. and Nettie Adelaide Glass Butler. He was survived by his wife of 57 years, Teressa Brown Butler, son, Jeffrey Grady Butler (Palette); daughter, Jennifer Butler Carr (Eric), daughter, Reverend Claire Lamont Butler; grandsons, Aaron Jeffrey Carr and John Robert Carr. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1962, he began both his professional and family life in Charleston, SC. His 39 year banking career began at Bankers Trust on East Bay Street and he retired from his CEO position at South Trust Bank on Meeting Street. In addition, he served First Scots Presbyterian Church in many capacities, serving as an Elder and a Beadle were two he particularly enjoyed. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Presbyterian Heritage Center, 318 Georgia Terrace, Montreat, NC 28757; First Scots Presbyterian Church, 53 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 or Montreat Presbyterian Church, 304 Lookout Rd, Montreat, NC 28757. Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneralhome.net. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2021.

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Bill and Linda Hodge

July 16, 2021

We were so sorry to hear recently if Lester´s death. We always enjoyed stopping to chat briefly when we would pass their house in Montreat on our walks. Our thoughts and prayers are with Terry and the family in this season of loss.

Kenneth Brown

March 10, 2021

Terry, I was sorry to hear about Lester's passing. I always thought he was a sharp guy and enjoyed seeing him at Alton and Nellie Claire's in Rock Hill back in the day. You and your crew have my deepest sympathies. Will be thinking of and praying for you.
(cousin Ken Brown)

Joanne Campbell

March 6, 2021

Terry, Steve and I are so sorry to hear the news of your dear husband´s death. We will keep you in our prayers as you face the days ahead. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lots of love, Joanne and Steve

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Mary Robinson

March 1, 2021

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Mimi Solomon

February 28, 2021

I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Lester. He was always so dear to me and held a special place in my heart. I have such fond memories of our time together as a family that I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers for peace are with you all (Terry, Jennifer Claire and Jeff). All my love, Mimi

Mary and Greg Robinson

February 25, 2021

Such a gentleman and great Bradley! Sorry to hear this news!

Philip Arnold

February 25, 2021

Terry, Jeff, Jennifer and Claire, I am so sorry. I feel I have lost one of my family. You have all been such special friends for all these years. Know you are in my heart. Philip

Marylyn and Olson Huff

February 25, 2021

Our love to Terry, Jeff, and Palette at this sad time of loss. May God's great love enfold you.

Jann Owens

February 25, 2021

Dear Terry,
I am saddened to hear of Lester’s passing.
Mom enjoyed the two of you so much. I am glad I was fortunate to see the two of you in Tuesday morning not long ago.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
In sympathy
Jann Murray Owens

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