Fidele "Fred" Emilio Butera
January 13, 1929 - December 26, 2017
Visitation
Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 |
Thursday 12/28, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visitation for Fred will be held this Thursday, December 28, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, 215 Mary Street in Punta Gorda.

Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 |
Friday 12/29, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visitation for Fred will be held this Friday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, 215 Mary Street in Punta Gorda.

Service
Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 |
Saturday 12/30, 10:00 am

A Funeral Prayer service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, at the funeral home.

Cemetery
Sarasota National Cemetery
9810 State Rd 72
Sarasota, Florida 34241
19419227200 |
Saturday 12/30, 1:00 pm

Burial with Military Honors by the U.S. Marine Corp. will be held at Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, FL at 1 p.m.

Fidele “Fred” Emilio Butera; It is with great sadness that the family of Fidele “Fred” Butera announces his passing, on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, at the age of 88 years.

Fred was born on January 13, 1929, in New York City, New York, to the late Antonio and Emilia Butera. Fred served as a member of the United States Marine Corp for six years. He was an active member of his community in Deer Park, NY serving as a coach of Little League Baseball and Football. Fred also was the Grand Trustee, State of New York for the order of Sons of Italy in America. Fred was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him.

Fred will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marilyn and his three children Robert (Linda), Richard (Penny), Kathleen (Richard) and his three grandchildren Jennifer, Richard and Shannon. Fred will also be lovingly remembered by his three step-children Edward (Stacy), Debbie (D), Laurie (Brenda), and his three step-grandchildren as “Pop” Heather (Vincent), Sabrina and Alex as well as his step-great grandchild Sophia. Fred is survived by his sisters, Margaret and Vincenza. In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his sister Katherine and brother, Gabriel.

Visitation for Fred will be held this Thursday, December 28, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m., and Friday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, 215 Mary Street in Punta Gorda. A Funeral Prayer service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, at the funeral home, followed by burial with Military Honors by the U.S. Marine Corp. at Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, FL at 1 p.m.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences to the family. Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Homes & Crematory, Punta Gorda Chapel.

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Visitation
Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 | Map
Thursday 12/28, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visitation for Fred will be held this Thursday, December 28, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, 215 Mary Street in Punta Gorda.

Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 | Map
Friday 12/29, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visitation for Fred will be held this Friday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, 215 Mary Street in Punta Gorda.

Service
Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel
215 Mary Street
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-639-7500 | Map
Saturday 12/30, 10:00 am

A Funeral Prayer service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, at the funeral home.

Cemetery
Sarasota National Cemetery
9810 State Rd 72
Sarasota, Florida 34241
19419227200 | Map
Saturday 12/30, 1:00 pm

Burial with Military Honors by the U.S. Marine Corp. will be held at Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, FL at 1 p.m.

Fidele “Fred” Emilio Butera; It is with great sadness that the family of Fidele “Fred” Butera announces his passing, on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, at the age of 88 years. Fred was born on January 13, 1929, in New York City, New York, to the late Antonio and Emilia Butera. Fred served as a member…

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barbara dubicki left a message on December 31, 2017:
Dear Marilyn and Family, We are so sorry to have missed the visitation for Freddy. We found out too late to attend. Our condolences for your loss. Sincerely, Joe and Barbara Dubicki
Jo R. left a message on December 30, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in your memories of Fred and from others who remember him fondly. Psalms 147:3 says; "He is healing the broken hearted ones and is binding up their painful spots." God, as the hearer of prayer will comfort you in the days ahead as you remember Fred
Julie Kerrigan left a message on December 29, 2017:
I love you fred you were just a father to me growing up and ill always remember the good memories or hiding under your bed when me and heather skipped school .. you will be forever missed xoxo
Wally, Donna, Jess Klempka left a message on December 29, 2017:
You will always be in our hearts. Till we meet again. RIP!
Linda Kelly left a message on December 29, 2017:
The Kelly Family and The Galas Family are sending our love and deepest sympathy for the loss of your father, ~ dearest Robert, Richard and Kathy !! Freddie will be missed deeply by all ~ ~ ~ RIP Freddie
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Linda Kelly left a message on December 29, 2017:
Thoughts and Prayers to the Butera Family !!! Fred will be missed by so many family members and friends !!! Robert, your dad was a great man and father to you and Richard and Kathy ~ ~ ~ Everybody loved him !!! RID Fred
Maria Lagana & Howard Scharff and family left a message on December 29, 2017:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sharon Shea left a message on December 28, 2017:
So many memories will keep his spirit alive, sorry for your loss.
Suzy Orrell left a message on December 28, 2017:
Kathy, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I am sending you and your family prayers of comfort and peace and I hope that many happy memories may help you during this sad time. SUZY
Mike Shields left a message on December 27, 2017:
Kathy, very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers during this sad time.
Mark & Ella Nash and family left a message on December 27, 2017:
The Nash family is sending you all love and our wishes for peace at this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear father, Kathy. May your happy memories sustain you.
Shelli & Doug Hammer left a message on December 27, 2017:
Dear Kathy, Doug and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We extend our sincere sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time.
Diane & Anthony D'Elia left a message on December 27, 2017:
You will forever be remembered. Rest in peace Freddy.
Roberson Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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