Gene Sherman Butler, 84, of Davenport, IA, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at his residence. After a 3-year battle with cancer. 

He was born in Pennsylvania to Alberta Norman and Sherman Butler. He moved to Iowa in 1970. He retired after 30 years with Titan Wheels, 10 years for Sears Manufacturing, and 11 years for the City of Davenport. He was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears, and Cubs. 

He leaves behind his wife of 37 years, Diana Butler, who cared for him until his last day. Daughter Chelsea Butler, whom he loved dearly, and a granddaughter whom he cherished, Layah Atwater. Stepchildren Damon Peterson and Shantae Peterson. Also Tosha Butler, Tenesha Butler, and Andre Butler. A sister, Pat Higgins, who resides in Las Vegas. 

Preceding him in death are his parents and Brother John Norman. 

Gene had many friends that work at the City of Davenport and the Soccer Complex, who helped him in his final days. Celebration of his life will be  Oct 2 at 2980 North Fairmont St, Davenport, Iowa 52806 between 5 pm and 8 pm. Feel free to be casual or honor him by wearing one of his favorite teams.  Flowers can be sent to his residence.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at www.mvcremation.com.