Roy Lee “Butch” Duvall, 73, a lifelong Sedro-Woolley resident, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon.
Butch was born on September 1, 1941 in Sedro-Woolley, the son of William & Gertrude (Beak) Duvall. He was raised and attended school in Sedro-Woolley, graduating from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1959.
Butch was a longtime employee at Skagit Steel and Bendix. Being an avid fisherman and being mechanically sound, he united his passion with his welding skills in building some of the first boats (wood and aluminum) designed specifically for the Skagit River and its unique style of fishing.
Butch is survived by his children and their spouses, Duane Duvall, Dennis & Becky Duvall, David & Nora Duvall, Denise & Shane Lucker and Melena & Ron Peitersen; 2 step-sons and their spouses, James & Nicole Clark & Darrell & Mia Clark; 20 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and his dog, Sheba. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers Tim & Kerry Duvall, and his wife Sue in June of 2014.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 on Friday, January 2, 2015 at Lemley Chapel, with Life Celebrant, Linda Haddon officiating. Inurnment will follow immediately at the Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery, after which friends are invited to join the family in a reception at the Sedro-Woolley Eagles.
So sorry about butch he will be missed a lot but the good Lord took him to a better place.
He was one my FAVORITES when I bartended at the Eagles many year’s ago.. He was a WONDERFUL man.. My heart goes out to his family! R.I.P Butchy..
Thank you, family for an inspiring memorial service for Butch. The stories were heartfelt and the laughs eased the pain of the loss . Time for reflection and rememberance at the Eagles was special. Good to see so many classmates from the class of 59. We will all miss him.
Sending our sincere sympathy, so sorry we will not be able to be there to support you in your loss. Your
family has had more sorrow to deal with this year than seems possible. Hope you can find comfort in
knowing that he is now at peace and no longer suffering. Know that our hearts are with you. Jerry and Sharon Dennis
I am so sorry about Butch..I have been his friend since the third grade ..class of 59 will miss him loads..loved you a lot Butch
Butch was a very good friend of my dad Bill Maynard. I think they even fished together. Dad passed away in May 2013 at the age of 101. I think Butch was among the six guys from Skagit that helped us celebrate dad’s 100th birthday. I think Butch is the 4th guy that has passed away now since their attendance at the party.
Good luck in the future.
Another classmate gone too soon. SWHS Class of 1959. Go Cubs!
Rest in Peace Butch and may you have eternal life with Sue.
Janet (Bistodeau) Loe
Butch was a welder , a fisherman, and a longtime member of the Sons of the American Legion. Missy and I extend our sincerest condolences to the family, and prayers are sent your way.
Butch and I go back along way when we attended Sunday School together. We walked to school together and remained good friends throughout the years. We hid out at my Grandmother’s house during lunch time to avoid the Freshman initiations at high school. When we were first married, we spent a lot of time socializing together, playing cards, and just having a great time. I think Butch did more living in his 73 years than most people. May the Lord bless your family during this time of separation on earth. There is comfort in knowing that he is no longer in pain. Love, Jim and Mary
Sorry to have lost Butch. Went all the way through school with him. Worked with Butch and his Dad at Skagit Steel. Saw him last in April as he was getting treatment. He was always friendly to anyone and everyone he came across.
Sorry to hear of butch pasting. Was a long time friend of the family. Butch and I was like brothers.