"Kathy and family sorry I couldn't make it down fifty years of memories time flies when your having fun and that we always did when we got together Butch is so loved by so many always the glue that held us together. Love and prayers always Donita"
In loving memory of
Earl A. "Butch" Shady
July 30, 1948 - October 20, 2017
Earl A. "Butch" Shady, 69, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, October 20, 2017, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.
A celebration of Earl's life will be held at 2 P.M., Thursday, October 26, 2017, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M., Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Monmouth, Iowa Cemetery with military honors.
Earl Arthur Shady was born on July 30, 1948 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to J. Neville and Helen A. (Johnson) Shady. He attended Monmouth schools and graduated from Midland High School. He then farmed for a year prior to being drafted. He served in the U.S. Army receiving an honorable discharge. He married Patty Westphal. They later divorced and he married Debi Todhunter. Three sons were born to this union. They later divorced. He then married Kathy Gray in 1982 in Maquoketa, Iowa.
"Butch" was a family oriented man who always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He would help anyone who needed help. He loved horses and enjoyed raising them, often giving them away. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes fan and liked to build things. He was known to tear down old barns and then rebuild them. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.
Those left to honor Earl's memory include his wife, Kathy Shady of Maquoketa, IA; children, Lohnne Shady of Charleston, SC, Lance (Misty) Shady of Chillicothe, MO, Luke (Chrissie) Shady of Ely, NV, Joshua (Tara) Shady of Boone, IA, and Jennifer Vorbeck Moore of Iowa City, IA; 14 grandchildren; brothers, Harry (Audra) Shady of Zwingle, IA, and Theodore "Ted" Shady of Maquoketa, IA; a sister, Elaine Watters of New Orleans, LA; a sister-in-law, Georgia Shady of Maquoketa, IA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers James and Jesse Shady, and sisters-in-law, Genevieve Shady and Joan Shady.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Earl A. "Butch" Shady memorial fund has been established.
Online Condolences may be left at www.carsonandson.com.
Tributes
"So saddened to hear of Butch's passing. He always had a smile on his face. We are so sorry we were not able to attend his service. Thinking of his family and sending our prayers..He will be missed..."
"Wow: It is hard to believe he is gone at such a young age. When I was spending summers with Harry Shady I spent many days working and playing side by side with Little Earl. He was a really good dear friend and I will miss him. The good ones go to soon! His friend forever, Ed"
"To all the Shady family: Our thoughts and Prayers to all. Would have liked to have been there and see all the families but don't get out much anymore. May God bless you all."
"So sorry for your loss, butch was such a kind and loving man. Always had a smile every time I seen or talked to him. He will greatly be missed by all. R.I.P. LOVE YA "
"Kathy and family - So sorry for your loss. I imagine Earl and Barry are catching up on everything and planning new adventures. Remember all your happy memories. He was a great guy! Karen Watters "
"Kathy and family, i have such great memories of "Butch" from the community club nights at the Monmouth school to the 4-H tours.. He was always happy go lucky..sure will miss his smile and giving people a rough time...Nothing to hold you back now- run like a big dog in heaven!"
"Clet always enjoyed Earl, he was a good person. Sorry to hear of your loss. "
"Kathy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you feel the love and support of family and friends during this sad time."
"Sorry to hear of Earl passing. He and my dad worked together at a few different jobs over the years and got along quite well. He was a very nice man with a big inviting smile on his face. He surely be missed by many. May he rest in peace."
"Kathy so sorry for your loss, hugs to you."
"Kathy, Earl will be dearly missed by all his co-workers at J. T. Cullen Company, Inc. He was an excellent machinist. We so enjoyed his jovial attitude and looked forward to you both coming to the company events. Earl was an incredible guy. May you find peace in your many memories of his smiles. "
"KATHY IM SO VERY SORRY TO SEE THAT BUTCH HAS PASTED AWAY "
"R.I.P. - Butchy - U'r 1 of - A Kind U & Harry Sure Worked Well Together !! & Could Fix - ANYTHING !! Kathy - Stay Strong !!! "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sorry for your loss. "
"So sorry to hear of Butch's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know he will be greatly missed, especially that smile. "
"So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers "
"My deepest sympathy to Butch's family He loved his family."
"We are so sorry that Butch is gone from our sight, but he will be forever in our hearts ??'? "
"So sorry to hear of your lost kathy,Butch was always there on a moment notice on so many occations. Butch will never be forgotten. Prayers for you and the family. "
"Kathy and family, please know Butch is in my prayers, that smile and mischievous spirit will be missed. I just wonder what trouble he is going to do with the good lord?"
"So sorry to hear about Earl. Monmouth school was small, by todays standards, but Earl was one of "our guys" all the way through. He always called me windy--I wonder why??!! I wonder what he and Barry are planning as we all slowly arrive home?? Those two always had something up their sleeve. Kathy, I'm so sorry. He will be missed by many. "
"Kathy, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Paula Otten"
"I know that all your families will miss Butch. He was a great guy and good father. He always would help anyone who needed it. A lot of fun with a great sense of humor. He had a great love for life and lived it without regret. He loved his children and would always speak well of their accomplishments. Deepest sympathy to all of you! Prayers to our heavenly father to care for you through this time. Love and hugs."
"Our hearts are breaking the loss of our neighbor and friend ? Butch has always been helpful we become neighbors 14 years ago. Right away he and Kathy excepted us and educated us on farm living. The heavens had gained a amazing very loved man. Butch you will be missed but will remain in our hearts ? Dear sweet Kathy we are always here for you ! Love you much ? "
"We are sending prayers and thoughts to the family,
Love Mike and Korene Shady"
"Kathy and Kids . Butch was a fun loving guy. He always had a smile and hug to give. know We are all going to miss him. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. "
"So sorry for your loss ."
"Uncle Butch took the video at Terry's and my wedding. He was always smiling no matter what. I don't remember ever seeing him with anything but a smile on his face and telling a joke. He will definitely be missed. We love you Aunt Cathy and our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Kathy and Terry Shady in Michigan"
"So very. Sorry for your loss. I'm unable. To get home at this time thoughts and. Prayers to you all. Rest in peace"