It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Ryan Eric Warren Butler of Brantford, Ontario, on July 12, 2026, at the age of 47.
Born on June 20, 1979, Ryan will be remembered for his kind heart, fun-loving spirit, and the laughter he brought to everyone around him. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Ryan was the loving Son of William and Carol Butler and will be sadly missed by his loving girlfriend, Tara Dunn. He was a cherished brother to Shane (Alicia), Chad (Nicole), and Andrea (Greg), and the fun and loving uncle to all of his nieces and nephews, as well as his great-nephew, all of whom brought him immense joy.
Ryan will also be greatly missed by his beloved fur babies, Lucy and Luna, who were a
constant source of love and companionship.
Ryan’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and everyone whose life he touched. His kindness, sense of humor, and caring nature will never be forgotten.
At Ryan’s request, there will be no funeral service. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date, where family and friends will gather to honor his memory and share the many stories that made Ryan so special.
Forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed.
8 Guestbook Entries
July 14, 2026 | Mike Meszaros
The BEST of my best friends
July 14, 2026 | Naomi Force
Carol, Tara and family i am so sorry for the loss of Ryan. My heart breaks for all of you. He was a special guy and so glad i had the pleasure of knowing him. I know how much James loved his Uncle Ryan and will miss joking with him over the Leafs and the Chiefs. Thinking of all of you during this sad time.
July 14, 2026 | Carolyn Bayliss
Bill and Carol and family my deepest Sympathy, my heart goes out to you as you navigate thru this unimaginable loss of your son. 💔R.I.P. Ryan
July 14, 2026 | Bever
So sorry for your loss Carol thinking of you at this time of sadness.
July 14, 2026 | Brenda Mitchell
Carol, Bill and Family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved Ryan. My thoughts are with all of you.
July 14, 2026 | Lorraine Bourque
Carol and Bill I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Ryan. My thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this difficult time.
July 14, 2026 | Sandi Plant
Ryan was an adopted member of our family for decades. He was kind and gentle soul with a wry sense of humour. He will be dearly missed.
July 14, 2026 | Jeff Peterson
A Guy to remember.
To the greatest guy a person could know.
As we all sit here and wonder why, how someone like you, so great could die.
As your family and friends 🧡 this is not the end, when we close our eyes we will remember you great friend.
Your not just a friend, son nor a brother, you were our gaurdian angel 😇 under cover.
As we all look up to the sky, to say hi, we whisper a little I love you Ryan.
I will see you one day.
Love all your family and friends 🧡
Jeff Peterson