George Albert Butz,II, 72, of Marion, IL, passed away at 11:03 a.m., on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Herrin Hospital, in Herrin, IL, surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 4, 1952, to George Butz, I and Wavie (Whitesell) Butz at Barksdale AFB , LA.  Before retiring, George was a driver for Brinks Security. On August 3, 2019, he married Amy Groves, nee Draper, and she survives.

George was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a big Ranger Football fan. He loved watching his granddaughters play golf, volleyball and basketball. He had a life long love for motorcycles. He enjoyed refurbishing antique pocket watches, gardening and especially watching all the wildlife at Lake Egypt.

George is survived by his loving wife, Amy, one son, Ben Maclaurin; one step-son, Justin (Bryann) Groves; one step-daughter, Sarah Halley; one sister, Margo Butz; seven grandchildren and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Albert Butz I and Wavie M. Butz and his brother, Greg Butz.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Per George's wishes, cremation will take place.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.