Steve Butler

Mr. Steve Butler, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on July 12, 1951, in Centreville, Mississippi, to Ned Nile, Sr. and Elizabeth Slaughter Butler.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ned, Sr. and Elizabeth Butler and brother, Ned Nile Butler, Jr.

Steve is survived by his wife of 54 years, Cathy Butler; son, Michael Butler (Leigh Anne); daughters, Beth Royster and Kami Scarborough (Joey); brother, Robin Butler (Penny) and eight grandchildren, Brittan Moseley, Georgia Anne Butler, Brooke Royster, Jack Butler, Daniel Butler, Virginia Kate Scarborough, Tillman Scarborough and Steven Scarborough.

He loved his grandkids greatly and never missed an opportunity to babysit or attend one of their functions from ballgames to dance recitals. He and Jack had a special bond through their love of the guitar. He was also an avid fisherman and became a master in creating fly-fishing lures.

Steve was a talented musician who started playing in bands as a young teenager. He worked at the family-owned radio station and was a programming pioneer in making WTLS the first all-country formatted station in Central Alabama in 1970. He was the host of “Music Makers,” recording over 200 shows.

He also served in the Alabama National Guard for two decades. Much of his service time included work as a recruiter up until his retirement.

Steve greeted all he met with a smile. His sense of humor drew innumerable laughs. He will be greatly missed but fondly remembered.

The family will receive friends Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at East Tallassee Methodist Church, Rev. Jay Woodall officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.