Our beloved father, Joseph Butler, was returned to God's loving care on April 2. Born in Pineville, SC, after his service in WWII and discharge from the Army as a PFC, Joseph moved to Newark, then settled in Jersey City. He worked for Pathmark as a Receiving Manager for 29 years until his retirement. He most enjoyed holding court with family and friends and sharing stories about his life and travels. Joseph is predeceased by his wife, Lillie Mae; parents Samuel and Ellen Butler (Anna Oliver); brother Benjamin Mazyck and sisters Victoria Washington, Lillie Mae J. Shine and Elizabeth Gailliard; daughter Izora (Gerri) Rogers and son Clarence (Curtis) Ravenell. He is survived by his children Stella Banks, O'Deana Fregia, Lavenia Phillips, Joe Ann, Duane, Dwight, Billiejean Butler Dickson (Audies), Holli Pouncel and Greselda Butler; sisters Wilhelmina (Flossie) Rogers and Anna Lee Oliver; 16 grandchildren and many loving great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of Joseph Butler. You are invited to add a Tribute in his memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences.