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Ayden Butler, 51, of Hickory, NC passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 11, 2024. He was born on August 3, 1972 in Petersburg, VA to Gayle Butler and the late Charles Ayden Butler, Jr. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Morganton. Ayden was granted a full baseball scholarship to East Carolina University and held the single game record for strike outs at ECU for twenty -two years. At Freedom High School, he recorded 300 strike outs: he was a natural south paw pitcher. He was a manager of clients with intellectual disabilities. He worked at Salem Industries in Gastonia. Ayden loved helping people in a variety of roles. He enjoyed helping individuals who struggled and helping the community. Ayden loved music and playing the guitar. He was a friend to many people.
Ayden is survived by his son, Hunter Lee Butler; brother, Hank Butler (Shelley) and nephews, Stuart and Jack Butler; sister, Caroline Warner Butler.
A Celebration of Life for Ayden will be held from 1pm-4pm on Saturday, March 23, 2024 in the Jack Bass Memorial Building, Bass-Smith Funeral Home in Hickory, NC.
Memorial contributions may be made to Catawba Valley Health Care, 327 1st Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I ‘m so sorry to hear about the death of Ayden we work together years ago in Morganton. He was a kind man . Praying for peace and comfort to the entire Bulter Family.
Gayle, Hunter, Caroline and Hank, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Ayden. He was such a kind soul with so much to give. Even though I lost contact with him when I left public schools, I always thought the world of him. You and your families will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Gayle, Caroline and family. My sweet Aiden - gone. I remember him well at Salem School. He was so handsome with those big brown eyes. We connected again when he worked at the fish place on Green St. I encouraged him to come to church, and when he did, I was pleased and always reached out to him. My deepest sympathy on his passing! I wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead. I will pray for you! Nancy and Tom Brown
We are so sorry to hear about your loss of Ayden. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope for peace for you all.
Tribute to Ayden I was blessed to have met you Ayden. Your charm, wit and humor paired with a compassionate soul will never be forgotten. I am heartbroken you are gone, but I hope you have found peace my dear . To the family he could never say enough about how proud he was of you all.
Hannah and I are so very sorry for your loss. We are lifting the Butler family up in prayer now and in the days ahead. Love and prayers, Deb and Hannah Bauer
So very sorry for your loss. Many fond memories of Ayden during teen years. Praying for Gayle, Hank and family and Caroline.
Gayle, Hunter, Caroline and Hank, I am so very sorry to hear of Ayden’s passing. He was so sweet and fondly remembered. May you all cherish the good times and the memories. Sending my heartfelt condolences.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ayden. My heartfelt Condolences to Hank, Caroline and the Rest of your Family. I will continue to pray for you guys - Stay strong- Phil
From the bottom of my heart, I am so sorry for your loss. Caroline, I am so sorry. My prayers are with your family. If I can help in any way, please just let me know. Sincerely, Gina Barrier