Lori A. Butson

I am writing this obituary because I am the only one who really knows me:

I lost my battle with mental illness and alcoholism. I am not a failure; I am just tired. I have fought the fight. I have loved and have been loved. I have had many people (my team) behind me.  The words I can say right now to others is that there is hope for each and every one of us. Grab it!!! I waited too long.

I want to thank the following:

Alice, Duane, Kendra, and Heather (my family that never gave up on me!);

My friend Laurie Clark;

Tellurian-C.I.T. –Sydney and Shanna; 

First and Foremost-Detox, T.H.P.; my brother LaVern Butson; one brother out of five brothers;

New Start—Samantha Rogers, Dr. Bucknam and all the staff. They all helped me stay alive;

Most importantly is Allen Ellias—he saved my life in many ways. Allen let me learn how to find my way out of my own hell.

***Can’t forget SPORK!!

Please send the message to people that they shouldn’t give up. I am not giving up; I am just preparing ahead of time.

“God speed!”—Lori Butson

Cress Funeral Service

1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

608-837-9054