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Frank Butera Obituary

Butera, Frank A. 58, local businessman and restaurateur of the Bridgeport neighborhood in Chicago passed away December 4th, 2009 at a medical facility in Ashland, KY. He is survived by a sister, son, and daughter. Honored by friends and loved by all Mr. Butera lit up the faces and lives of everyone he met. An open memorial service in his honor will be held at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Chicago on Sunday, January 10th, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 3, 2010.

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veronica evans

December 6, 2010

it's been a year now and it still feels like yesterday. i miss you so much, baby!you are unforgettable.

Edward Buck

April 12, 2010

What a way to find out. I met Frank in Ashland, Ky. He was going go tea h me about trucks and business. Rip Frank aka Frankie Baby

Greg Schiavone

January 9, 2010

I am the son of Gary Schiavone, who was Frank's friend while in Ashland. Gary sends in condolences to the family and wishes he could be here to show his respects.

Anthony J. Dippolito

January 4, 2010

My condolences to the family. Frank the
Best of the Best will always be in my memories.

January 3, 2010

i hope you were a better man than paul.
rip

January 3, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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