Charlton: Clarence N. "Papa" Butler, 88, has entered into eternal life on Friday, Sept. 1st.  He was at home surrounded by his family.

He leaves his wife of 71 years, June M. (Snay) Butler; his sons, David Butler and his wife Debbie of Charlton and William Butler and his wife Debbie of Sturbridge; his two daughters, Donna Williams and her husband James of Charlton and Catherine Cloutier and her husband Keith of Charlton; his brother Donald Butler and his wife Joyce of Long Island, NY; his brother-in-law, Robert Snay and his wife Erica of Cherry Valley; his five grandchildren, Bruce Butler of Charlton, Steven Butler of Charlton, William "little Bill" Butler and his wife Julianna of Sturbridge, Kaitlyn Cloutier and her companion Jake Boucher of Charlton and Benjamin Butler of Florida; his six great grandchildren, Kelly, Jamie, Joselyn, Jaxen, Madison and Elias.  He was predeceased by his two sons, James Butler in 2011 and Robert Butler in 2018.  Clarence was born in Charlton the son of Alphonse and Irene (Doris) Butler. Clarence was a very hard worker no matter what job he took on.  He owned and operated Butler Truck Tire for over 25 years.  After retirement he worked at Ted's Package Store in Charlton for several years.  He loved working with the public and he passed on his work ethic to his children and grandchildren.  He always picked them up when they fell.

Clarence love deep sea fishing, lake fishing, boating, weekend barbecues, gardening, and working outside.  He loved spending time with his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  His smile would light up the room when he saw them.

His graveside service in West Ridge Cemetery, Charlton, will be private.  There are no calling hours.

The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.