The sunrise of Andy Ray Butler, a resident of Okemah, was on August 25, 1961, in Wetumka, Oklahoma. His sunset came on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, at the age of 64.
Andy Ray graduated from Jones Academy in 1981 and was an accomplished athlete. He was All Area Kicker, All Conference, Defensive Captain in football, played baseball, and he was a boxer. He was a lifelong active warrior at Pakan Tvlvhasse Etvlwv and he loved being at the ceremonial grounds. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, big smile, and good leads on Saturday night.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew F. Butler and Ellen (Bullett) Butler; his son, Blakely Ray Butler; siblings Wesley Butler, Edna Belcher, Leta Marshall, and Roman “Cooksey” Butler; nephews Wesley Butler Jr., Roger Butler, Ronald Butler; nieces Ruth Ellen Mendoza and Ramona Butler; and his beloved companion of 37 years, Levine Harjo.
Left to honor his memory are his children: Stormy Harjo and wife Sho-tut of Del City, Brett Butler of Oklahoma City, Amanda Jo Butler of Henryetta, Matthew Butler of Henryetta, and Cecil Ray Butler of Ranger, Texas. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren; sisters Julie Butler and Christine Butler, both of Okmulgee; and close family friends Alexis and Ruth Bible along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends who will carry his memory in their hearts.
Pallbearers will be Polo Hernandez, Bronson Tre Harjo, Sajien Perry, Hvbon Lewis, Brent Butler, Stephen Yahola Jr., Vincent Butler, and Andy Butler. Honorary pallbearers include Randall Butler, Gaylen Cloud, Archie Simpson, Oscar Harjo, Jeremiah Hicks, Bradley Hicks, Brock Hicks, John Burris, Elijah Lewis, Hopiye Mack, Brandon Butler, Samuel “Sammy” Nino, Mario “Piggy” Delgado, and the Peach Ground Warriors.
