In memory of Matthew Butler and Steve Swan
MATTHEW BUTLER
Matthew Butler, son of Theresa and Mike Butler, will be greatly missed by so many of us. He is survived by his wife Jamie Butler and their two young children Matthew and McKayla. Matt can be described as Overcomer, fervent father, loving son, faithful friend, passionate musician, creative genius, and lover of The Lord Jesus Christ. Not only was Matt a talented musician, he was also a brilliant songwriter with a natural ability to touch the inner soul of those who heard his songs. Matt having overcome, and in his own words, been healed from severe bi-polar disorder, followed his passion and started his own Christian music recording business Zion Gate Records in 2005. Matt was always compassionate of others and their needs, on several occasions he gave away some of his possessions to someone else in need. When you met him, you just knew there was something special about him and automatically liked him. He has many friends from many different walks of life. That was Matt, sweet spirited, kind-hearted and compassionate. We will truly miss him.
STEVE SWAN
Steve Swan, son of Jean and Craig Swan, will also be greatly missed. There are so many wonderful things that can be said about our friend Steve Swan. We can comment all day on his helpful nature, how he tried to solve the problems in the office. We can talk about his quiet humor, the way he made little jokes when he thought no one was listening. Everyone can remember something he said that was over our heads. Steve was so many things to so many people that it's hard to list them all. A musician with such a passion he loved to listen, write, and make music. So patriotic that he volunteered his time and money to the Texas Border Volunteers. So funny that he often made us laugh out loud by telling stories about his family and friends. It is impossible to note how much we will miss Steve because it is impossible to believe that he is gone. A remarkable friend was lost and no one will ever forget his impact.
