CLINTON –  Derrick W. Butler, Sr., 41, passed away Jan. 16, 2021 at Maine Medical Center in Portland. He was born Sept. 12, 1979 in Waterville, the son of Edward Wood and Lisa Butler.

He enjoyed fishing, drawing, listening to music, watching movies, hanging out with friends, and spending time with his dog, Hoover.

He was predeceased by his parents, Edward Wood and Lisa Butler and grandparents, Elton and Virginia Wood. Derrick is survived by his son, Derrick Butler, Jr. of Belgrade, two daughters, Hannah Butler of Belgrade, Cheyenne Potter of Waterville; significant other of 10 years, Katie Dudley and her children, Abigail Foss, Evan Foss and Scott Foss II all of Benton; sister, Dawn Cook of Waterville; two nephews, Trever Cook of Clarksville, Tenn., Tyler Loisel of Clinton; grandson, Kai Potter of Waterville; a special canine companion, Hoover; long-time friends, Justin Laforte of Clinton and Corey Ballard of Howland.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976

In lieu of flowers,

friends wishing may make donations in Derrick’s memory to:

Humane Society

Waterville Area

100 Webb Rd.

Waterville, ME 04901


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