Michelle Renee Butler, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, departed this life on February 16, 2025, at the age of 58. Michelle was born to the late Bernard Butler Sr. and Ruth Butler in New York on December 26, 1966.

Michelle graduated from Henrico County Public Schools and then pursued a degree in Nursing at John Tyler Community College. She never lost her desire and devotion to helping others. Michelle's devotion expanded throughout her 20-year career as a registered nurse at VCU, always going above and beyond her duty to help others. Her compassionate heart and unwavering commitment to caring for others were evident in everything she did, and she touched the lives of many patients and colleagues throughout her career.

Michelle was a woman of many passions. She loved to travel and embraced every opportunity to explore new places, creating cherished memories with friends and family. All who knew her will remember her adventurous spirit and zest for life.

Michelle was preceded in death by her father, Bernard L. Butler Sr. She leaves to cherish her memories her son, Sidney R. Butler; her mother, Ruth E. Butler; brother, Bernard L. Butler Jr.; and a host of family and friends, among them aunts, Delores Alexander (Clinton), Robbin Thomas, and Helen Butler; friends, Shakura Brown, Sherry Garrett, Cheryl L. Vaughan, and godson, Parris A. Neal.

Funeral services can be viewed online by selecting the "View Funeral Webcast" link below on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

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