Daniel K. Butt, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Friday February 12, 2021 at his home.
Born on October 6, 1967 in Akron, Indiana Daniel was the son of Lyle and LaVada (McEvoy) Butt. He attended Tippecanoe Valley High School in Akron, Indiana, graduating with the class of 1986. On May 5, 2020 at the Plymouth courthouse, Daniel married Diana Loehmer.
Daniel served from 1998 until the present, on the Marshall County Sherriff’s Department as a Captain.
He had his helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft pilot’s license. In his free time, Daniel loved to fish, shoot guns, compete in MMA events where held a black belt. He was known as a good cook, especially when it came to preparing the Thanksgiving turkey.
Daniel was a member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church where he would serve as a lector. He also was a member of the Freemason Plymouth-Kilwinning Lodge No. 149.
He is survived by his parents Lyle and LaVada of Akron; wife Diana Butt of Culver; son Ryan (Sami) Butt of San Diego, CA; brother Troy (Debbie) Butt of Texas; sister Jill (Trey) Sawtelle and their children Mac and Gracy of Frisco, TX; stepchildren: Ryan (Julie) Loehmer of Wabash, IN; Justin (Miranda) Loehmer of Monterey, IN; Jenna and Sarah Loehmer of Culver; granddaughters, Abby and Aliyssa; godson Rykar Caswell; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 18, 2021 from 3-7 pm at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St, Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held on Friday February 19, 2021 at 11 am at Plymouth Wesleyan Church, 11203 Michigan Road, Plymouth with Fr. Bill Meininger officiating.
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Marshall County Sherriff’s Department, 1400 Pioneer Dr, Plymouth, IN 46563 or to the Marshall County Humane Society, 11165 13th Rd, Plymouth, IN 46563.
Please follow the link to live-stream the funeral service on Friday, January 19th at 11am:
PLEASE NOTE: For your protection, the entire funeral home staff will wear masks. It is mandated that family members and their guests do so as well.
Laura Rager Reese says
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family and friends. May God bless and comfort you.
Peggy (Miller) Keller says
Thoughts & Prayers for the entire family. May God get you all through this.
Angela (Earl) Himes says
So very sorry for your loss! Prayers for you during this difficult time.
Denise Dalton says
So very sorry to hear this . He was a kind and understanding man . He with out a doubt was a very good captain.
Rex Crump says
Rest In Peace Dan, you earned it. You will be missed here.
David and Marlyn French says
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Danny. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Annette Wise says
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Dan was a great guy for sure and will be greatly missed.
Amy (Runkle) Calvert says
Lyle and Levada and family, we are sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time. Much love and prayers from all of the Runkle family.
Angie Puckett says
I just wanted to let the family that there in my prayers.
Nelson Chipman says
Deepest condolences to the family.
Leanne Russell Redden says
I am so saddened to hear this news. He was such a good friend of my brother, Ryan Russell. I was able to meet up with Danny ( Dan) about ten years ago and was so pleased to see him again. It was like seeing a long lost family member. I’m paying for all of you as you go through this extremely difficult time. Please take care.
Bill & Miriam Ruppel says
We are sadden to learn of Daniel’s passing. Praying for his family.
Glenn H. Gridley says
My deepest condolences to Dan’s family, a loss like this strikes family, friends and the community alike as he was one in a million, a good and fair man and a good friend. Prayers to us all for loss, acceptance and guidance in these times. The world is indeed a poorer place for his loss. Fair winds and God speed Captain Dan…
robert & pat l. macy says
So sorry for your loss ,didn’t know Dan ,but heard good things about him, I have & had family & friends in law enforcement .Our heart goes out to you and your family. Mr .& Mrs. Robert Macy Rochester,in.
Dave and Ellen Staton says
We were shocked and saddened by Dan’s untimely death. He was a good neighbor and friend. Prayers for the family. He will be missed.
Jan Quivey says
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a good guy and a great asset to his friends and neighbors at Lake Latonka. He will be missed.
Lisa says
Sry about ur loss. RIP Sir
Martie White says
So sorry for your loss.
Steve & Deb Caswell says
Sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Prayers to his family.
Shannon Yochum says
So sad to hear the news of Dan’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rob and Shannon Yochum
Diane Sheetz says
I’m so sorry for your loss Lyle and LaVada and the entire family. It’s a tough time especially when it’s unexpected, but have faith that God has a plan. Hugs and prayers.
Paul Surface, Mark and Tammy Shafer says
So sorry to hear about Danny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Julie Yochum O'Connell says
So very sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences.
Don&Lori Studebaker says
Lyle and Levada, Troy, Jull and family, we are sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time. Much love and prayers from all of the Studebaker family.
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Fred funk says
Kathy and I are so sorry for your loss. Jill god bless your family
Beth (Barr) Henriques says
I am saddened to hear the news of Dan’s passing. I remember him well, as I’m sure anyone who knew him will always do. He was a good student, and had fun and enjoyed people. Prayers and thoughts to the whole family at this very difficult time.
Mari Griffis says
My deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Milt and Becky Crowell says
We are so very sorry for your incredible loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to your entire family
BarrynPeggy GroningerMurphy says
We are so sorry and pray for Dan and his families hugs
Dia Cooper says
My condolences to your family and the whole Marshall County family.
Melissa (McEvoy) Carpenter says
My deepest condolences for his wife, and family. Danny is my cousin, we grew up together. There were so many funny things he did and said. Although we haven’t been in contact for many, many years, I’ll always remember Danny as a wonderfully silly boy.
Rita Simpson says
Jack and I are so saddened by Danny’s passing. It was never a dull moment when he was around. Lyle and Lavada we are so sorry for your loss. Troy, Deb Jill and families, know that we understand that nothing will never be quite the same again. Your family is strong and I am sure you will rally around each other. All of you will be in our prayers this weekend and in the days to come.
Rita Simpson
Sharon Hoffman Hartz says
Lyle and LaVada so sorry for your loss.
Sharon Hoffman Hartz
Brian, Mellanie Hollingsworth says
I’m so sorry for the loss of Danny, please accept our deepest sympathy.
Chris Lewis says
Our hearts are broken at this very sad & shocking news. We remember some great times with Danny, Troy & Jill as kids. All three were in our wedding many moons ago. As it goes with cousins, we didn’t keep much in touch, but the love is always there & it’s great when we can all reconnect. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Danny’s wife and family, and to Troy & Jill and their families and last but not least, to Uncle Lyle & Aunt Stuffy many loving hugs, across the miles.
Chris & Julie Lewis
Tim Lowman says
Lyle , LaVada, Troy, and Jill, so sorry for your loss. I knew him as a child , never as an adult, my loss for sure. Tim.
Condolences to your family from ours.
David Wiseman says
Deepest condolences to the family.
Suzanne Gibson says
WE THE MEMBERS OF THE VFW AUXILIARY 1162 IN PLYMOUTH INDIANA
ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF DANIELS PASSING OUR THOUGHT AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS MAY GOD’S HEALING HANDS COMFORT THEM ALL DURING THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW
WE WANT TO THANK DANIEL FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF SERIVCE TO THIS COMMUNITY HE WILL BE MISSED
GOD BLESS
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUXILIARY 1162 CHAPLAIN
vfwpost1162@gmail.com
Becky (Kamp) Powell says
Our deepest condolences to the family of Danny Butt. You have been in our prayers and will continue to be. May God comfort all of you now and in the days to come.
Prayers,
Belle Kamp
Frank Kamp
Andy Kamp
Becky (Kamp) Powell
kent a sallee says
Dan,This is uncle EZ. You have left us to soon. We had some good and bad times working at MCPD.But we always had a good time it seemed. I will miss those times.I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, will go fishing later…10-42