December 7, 1940 – October 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Emanuel Steward Butler, who left us peacefully on Oct. 3, 2025, at the age of 84. Stew was a beloved husband, son, father, grandparent and great grandparent and friend to many. He will be deeply missed.
Born on Dec. 7, 1940, in Juniata, Stew was a successful businessman and at separate times was one of the owners of Butler Trucking Company, Woodland, Pa., and Butler Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Beaufort, S.C. He loved all sports with basketball and golf being at the top of his list.
He attended Lock Haven University and played basketball there. He held the scoring record at Lock Haven for several years and mentioned this often to his children. He became a basketball coach and teacher at West Branch High School. Later he assumed the same positions at Philipsburg High School. His teaching career was cut short when he began to help his father in the trucking business.
Stew will be remembered for his outgoing personality and competitive spirit. He was a friend to all he came in contact with and could strike up a conversation with anyone. He was an avid golfer and won several club championships over the years as well as playing in state and national events.
Stew is survived by his children, Steward (Pat), Beth Kephart (Francis), Chris (Maureen) and Sharon Mansell (Mark). He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey J. Butler (Hall), father, Emanuel C. Butler, Jr., mother, Lelia Jane Butler, brother D. Stephen Butler and Sister Nancy Bish.
The family will be holding a private service.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that any donations be made to Lock Haven University Athletics at https://lhufoundation.org/donate-lhu.
Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.
