ELKHART — Stella M. Butrick, 69, of Elkhart, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2018, at her home.
She was born Oct. 11, 1948, in Mundelein, Illinois, to the late Norbert and Jeanette (Rourke) Eckman.
Surviving are two children, Tammy (Travis) Hopkins of Bristol and Brian Butrick (fiancé Heather Yoder) of Edwardsburg; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are eight siblings, James Eckman, Grace Johnson, Tom Eckman, Phil Eckman, Karen Molina, John Eckman, Paul Eckman and Jeannie Johnson; and Stella’s best friend, Deb Ganshorn of Elkhart.
She was preceded in death by a son, Michael Butrick who passed away Aug. 20, 2015.
Stella enjoyed working in her flower garden, spending time with her grandchildren, and her love of laughter.
She worked as a pharmacy technician at Alick’s Drug Store and for Osco Drug Store.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no services.
Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home is entrusted with her care.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
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