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Manuel Botelho Obituary
Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Butch managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible. In his final days, he was surrounded by his loving family who he loved more than anything else in the world.
Butch was a talented machinist who owned and operated MGB Machine in Bristol for 32 years before retiring in 2021. He was a member of the Bristol Rod and Gun Club, Bristol Elks, Crestwood Country Club and Montaup Country Club. Butch loved golfing with friends, BMW motorcycles, reminiscing with friends and family, but his biggest love was spending the summer days on Hog Island. A true "Mayor" of Bristol. It seemed like there wasn't a person in town he didn't know and if he knew you he knew your whole family, called you on your birthday and somehow made time to go to all your family functions like they were his own.
Butch will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He had an unparalleled zest for life and an infectious personality. He was an incredible man inside and out.
In addition to his late parents, Butch is survived by his girlfriend Kristen, his son Michael (Dawn) Botelho, his sister Nancy (Mark) Botelho-Andrews, his brothers Bob (Debbie) Botelho, Bruce Botelho, Richard (Sharon) Botelho, and "the light of his life" granddaughter Annabel. Butch was also blessed with many nieces, nephews and god children.
Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Smith Funeral and Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren RI 02885. His funeral services will be held Friday, April 22, 2022, in the funeral home at 10 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth's, 577 Wood St., Bristol. Burial will follow at North Burial Ground, Bristol.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren RI 02885.
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Tony Murgo
April 23, 2022
There was only 1 Butch and will never be another. Will miss you my friend. Our long talk of politics and current events. The tour of Hog! Seeing you at the dock heading to the island for the weekend. You had so much wisdom and so much more to give in this world. You left a hole in Bristol that will never be filled. How lucky was I and so many others to have earned your respect. My wife´s and my deepest condolences to all of Butch´s family and loved ones. Rest in piece good friend.
Glenn Sloman
April 22, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cheryl Verchot
April 21, 2022
Nancy, I am so sorry for your families loss. I feel like I knew Butch through our shared journey , being on the same chemo etc... My heart breaks for you all & my prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love Cheryl
Cherie Lapierre
April 19, 2022
RIP Butch.. I will always hear your voice in my mind. You were a loyal customer and always followed me.. You were a friend as well. We shared many long talks, and laughs.. Fins up my friend.. xo
Frank Postma
April 18, 2022
That is the most wonderful eulogy I´ve ever read and how it encapsulated Butch´s life. I will miss my friend.
Steven Botelho
April 18, 2022
My deepest condolences to all the family and friends. I remember making parts for him at Elmco Tool.
May he rest peace.
Deborah and Nelson Fitton from hog island
April 18, 2022
Butch was a great guy you use to tell us about how he came to the island with day camp when her was a kid , and he always hated to go home at the end of the day. He said he´ll have a house here some day! He will be sadly missed
Michael Prezioso
April 18, 2022
A great friend to all of us. I am so sorry and saddened to hear of his passing. He will be deeply missed.
MARK CAVALLARO
April 18, 2022
So sorry to hear of Butch's Passing. He always had a smile on and I enjoyed seeing him when I was in Bristol and we ran into each other.
Annie Silvia
April 18, 2022
Dear Bob, Bruce, Rich and Nancy:
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your brother, Butch. I have such fond memories of our neighborhood "gang" that, of course, included all of the Botelhos. Butch was a great guy and sweet man and always had something nice or funny to say....always with a smile. I had reconnected with him more recently after having moved back to Bristol and I was always happy to see him, tell stories and laugh. I know he will be missed. I hope your memories of him put smiles on your faces. I know there are lots of Butch stories. May you all find peace as this difficult time. Take care, Annie
Gail S
April 18, 2022
Ask he always liked to say to me every year, "Hello My Birthday Buddy". "What place are traveling to or how are we spending it this year? " He knew I always celebrated my 10/3 birthday. The older I got, the longer the running start to celebrating.
RIP neighbor. Have a great chat with Tony D and the rest of the Hog crew watching over us all!
Paul De Luca - Florida
April 18, 2022
The World lost an amazing person, a true Gentleman. I am so sorry for your loss.
Butch meant so much to so many people, it is very hard to put into words.
God watch over him and
may his soul Rest-in-Peace
Beverly Maiato
April 18, 2022
So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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