Michael R. Butto
October 14, 1923 ~ January 16, 2007
Michael R. Butto, 83, of Weirton died Tuesday January 16, 2007, at the Weirton Medical Center.
Michael was born on October 14, 1923, in Steubenville, OH, the son of the late Antonio and Margharita Franchiotto Butto. He was also preceded in death by his four brothers, Bruno, William, Romeo and Patsy and a sister, Julia Butto.
Michael retired from the Tin Mill of Weirton Steel, where he was a union steward. He was also an officer in the Independent Steelworkers Union and a former board member of the Tin Mill Employees Federal Credit Union. Michael served his country in the United States Army during World War II.
Michael was a member of the Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton Steel 25-Year Club, American Legion Post 10 and the Knights of Columbus 3734.
He is survived by his wife Rose M. (Canella) Butto, whom he marrired on July 27, 1946; a son Michael Butto of Weirton WV; two daughters, Betty Jo and George Whelan of New Cumberland, WV, Debbie and David Blumer of Sarasota, FL; seven grandchildren, Matthew Blumer, Maria and Stacy Butto, Kevin, Sean, and George Whelan, Jennifer Huber; Six great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 & 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
Knights of Columbus will recite the rosary 6PM Thursday in the funeral home.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10:30AM Friday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton.
Reverend Father Dean Borgmeyer will officiate.
Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Steubenville, OH, with military services conducted by the Weirton Honor Guard.
TO DEBBIE AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.
To the Butto Family, I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. He and I were in the union together and he was one of my favorites from the tin mill. You will all be in my prayers.
Dear Rose Please accept my deepest sympathy. Mike was one of my favorite customers at Kroger Pharmacy. He could always make me laugh and brighten my day. Take care of yourself, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficut time. With Heartfelt Sympathy Natalie Teaff
Dear Butto Family, My cousin, Margaret, informed me of the passing of your husband, father, and grandfather, Michael Butto. I just wanted to send my sincere sympathy to your family and let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. My father, Tony Archangel, was Mike’s cousin. Sincerely, Dianne Archangel Brown
To the Butto Family, My condolences and prayers are extended to you. Sincerely, Margaret Archangel
Debbie and Family, My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I
Dear Betty Jo & Family, So sorry to hear of the death of your father. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. Penny Dotson