Blake H. Butts

Blake H. Butts, age 48, of Coaldale, died Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Tamaqua.

A 1981 Tamaqua High School graduate, Blake matriculated to Penn State University, earning a B.S. in Business Administration. In addition he completed technical training at W.T.T.I. of Allentown, receiving his welder's certificate.

Upon graduation, he resided in the Mechanicsville area for over ten years, having worked for P.I. E, and Old Dominion Trucking Co.'s in management. Returning home, Blake worked for Dana Corp of Reading, and Precisionaire of Auburn, and last worked at Dial Corp. of Hazleton.

Blake was a member of the First Congregational Church of Coaldale, and a social member of the Russian Club of Coaldale.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of Lois (Harvey) Butts - Rilo of Lake Hauto, and the late Robert W. Butts.

He is also survived by his

Two Sisters,
Randee (Butts) Knipper,
Blythe (Butts) Sherry and her husband Thomas both of Coaldale;

Niece, Chelsea;
Nephew, Robert;

Step father, Joseph J. Rilo

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa.,

Friends will be received Wed. evening June 6, 2012 from 6 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Private Funeral Services at the convenience of the family.

Interment, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery, Tamaqua.

Memorials in his name to: First Congregational Church 128 East Ruddle St., Coaldale, Pa. 18218

Online registry and condolences may be expressed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com