Rosie Butcher
Virnia Rosa “Rosie” Butcher, 86 of Tipton died at 10:50 a.m. on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at her daughter’s home surrounded by her family. She was born in Hancock County, Tennessee on September 12, 1934 to George and Laura Seabolt. Rosie married Ikey Butcher on January 3, 1951, and they spent 68 loving years together. Ikey preceded her in death on October 7, 2019.
Rosie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked for over 30 years at IU Tipton Hospital. She was a member of Beech Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Tipton.
She is survived by her four daughters, Carol Phifer and husband Kenny of Tipton, Barbara Clabough of Tipton, Judy Sinclair and husband Don of Carmel, and Kathy Yeary and husband Rick of Tipton. Grandchildren include Daniel (Mary Jo) Phifer, Donald (Jim) Barrett-Phifer, Douglas Phifer, Angela (Mike) McMillian, Tyler Clabough, Garrett Clabough, and Mackenzie Yeary (fiancé, Connor). Rosie has three great-grandchildren, Lauren (Corbin) Moulder, Daniel Phifer (fiancée, Maryn) and Bailey Phifer (fiancée, Jeani) and one great-great grandchild, Beckman Phifer.
She was one of 13 children. Sister, Zelma MacMillin (Roy) and brother, Lester (Wilma) Seabolt survive.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Pastor Jerry Markins presiding. Burial at Fairview Cemetery will follow. Visitation at the funeral home will be from 12:00 Noon until the service time.
Proper wearing of masks or face coverings as well as social distancing will be required at the funeral home. The funeral will be live streamed and also recorded for watching later on Rosie’s obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Kenny and Carol I am so sorry to see that you lost your mother know our condolence and thoughts are with you🙏🤟🙏
My condolences for the loss of your mother. It’s tough no matter how old we are. 🙏
To all the Butcher girls
So sorry to hear about Rosies passing. Your mom and dad have been in our lives for so many years and we loved them both. Rosie always had the very best smile. I’m sure she is smiling today being with the Lord and all her loved ones.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Rosie at the Tipton Hospital for years and will never forget her constant smile and uplifting spirit. We loved her… she was a joy to all!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you ! She was a wonderful lady.
I called her grandma. She was a loving sister in Christ. I left Tipton many years ago but she was always in my thoughts. I’m praying for the family . You can find comfort in her love for you all. She always kept you in her prayers at church. Love, Marva
Sorry for your loss. She was the best lady you could every meet.
Kathy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Lula and Oneil Hopkins and family send prayers and love to the family
Good bye Rosie. Your kind spirit and infectious smile will always be remembered. You made working at the hospital a little more fun! My condolences to her family.. Prayers for her family.
To all the Butcher Girls and all your families!!
This is from Jerlean Fletchers family. (Linda, Jeff,
Terry, and Patty)
We are so sorry about Rosie. Just found out today.
We know how hard it is to loss your Mom. 🙏🙏
Praying for peace knowing you have been there
for her.
I (Linda) loved your Mom. She was the sweetest lady.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers and hugs
to both of you.