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Topher Carton posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
I will never forget my time working with Butch for the summer sports camps at the University of Iowa. Butch always had an infectious smile and personality that made every day better than the last. Our times together never felt like work. We talked a lot about our athletic experiences, and he always had the best and most insightful stories of his time as a coach. As a coach myself now, many of Butch’s lessons have shaped the way I teach my young athletes.
He always told me that he would be a coach for life, and he did just that. Butch always found a way to make the people around him better at whatever they were doing. Although he will be coaching and cheering from heaven, his ability to improve the lives of the people he cared about will always continue. Rest in peace, Coach.
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Tim Walch posted a condolence
Monday, April 10, 2023
Dear Jenny and family;
Vicki and I were so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. He brought so much pride and joy to all of us who lived and worked in West Branch. Most important was his time and commitment to so many young men at a critical moment in their lives. He will be loved and remembered for decades to come. He was the epitome of the meaning of mentor, coach, and role model.
His love you you, Jenny, and the family was always evident in his smile and good cheer when he visited us all at the library. My Gad bless you all in this time of grief. We will keep you in our prayers.
Tim and Vicki Walch
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Lee and Pat Cassabaum posted a condolence
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Sorry for the loss of your loved one. We were so grateful to have known Butch! Butch was a very nice and caring man. Will always remember his smile. He will be missed not only by us, but many others as well.
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Jerry Hoffman posted a condolence
Sunday, April 9, 2023
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I learned of the passing of Coach Butch Pedersen. Butch was my head south shrine coach in 2019. All during our nine days in camp Butch would come to me and ask “ what can I do to make our time with the players special”. What can I say to them to leave a lasting memory of our game”. I am sure that each of the 46 players at the end of our game felt that Coach Butch Paterson was a true Gentleman and a Fantastic Coach.
Jerry Hoffman General Managervif the 2019 Iowa Shrine Football Game
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Richard Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, April 9, 2023
If there ever was a life worth celebrating, it was Butch’s His and the countless other lives, on and off the football field, that he influenced and inspired. A true “life coach” who led by example, showing how to be a man, husband, father, grandfather, friend, neighbor and citizen…the numbers he racked up are impressive enough, but it is his character, decency, and concern for others that make him much more than a local legend. Jenny, how blessed you were to share live with such a partner. Please accept my condolences, and know that you and your family are in our prayers. Richard Norton Smith
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Jim dinsmore posted a condolence
Saturday, April 8, 2023
So sorry to hear Butch's passing. He left this world with many good friends and memories helping them to be the best they be. Loved playing softball with and against him always competitive. God welcome him
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Michael Oliver posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2023
My condolences and sympathy go out to your family during the difficult time for your loss. Coach touched so many hearts thru the years that he coached football and taught in school. I will always remember being welcomed and accepted as a bear, once a bear always a bear. Thank you coach for the many great years of football that you gave us. You will be truly missed.
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Linda Noll posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I can remember back in junior high watching Butch and his other legendary teammates play sports. Then watched again as he coached my brothers and nephews. Even though I have been gone from West Branch for 50 years, Butch never failed to extend a greeting whenever our paths crossed over the years.
Linda (Kabela) Noll
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Ryan Schlader posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2023
During my broadcast days at WMT-AM 600, I always looked forward to scheduling West Branch as one of our area games of the week, whether it be in the Little Rose Bowl or a drive all the way to Pekin. Even better were conversations prior to the game, just getting to know him as a football philosopher, coach, and person (and exchanging a broadcast tape for a West Branch cap). My condolences go out to the Pedersen family and the West Branch community.
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Kate Milster purchased flowers
Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Kate Milster
purchased the Cherished Friend Bouquet and planted a memorial tree for the family of Butch Pedersen.
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He will live forever in our hearts. Deepest condolences to the family. Thanks for the memories and fly high, my friend!! Your buddy, Kate Milster
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Kate Milster planted a tree in memory of Butch Pedersen
Thursday, April 6, 2023
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He will live forever in our hearts. Deepest condolences to the family. Thanks for the memories and fly high, my friend!! Your buddy, Kate Milster Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Jared Jensen; SK Football purchased flowers
Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Jared Jensen; SK Football
purchased the The Sunny Sentiments Bouquet for the family of Butch Pedersen.
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Thoughts and prayers from our SK family to the entire Bear family. Coach Pederson, will all miss you this fall. Love , Coach Jensen/Cobra Football
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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Butch Pedersen
Thursday, April 6, 2023
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May this tree grow to have a strong core, deep roots and far reaching branches. May it be what Butch represented to more than will ever be known. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Michael and Diane Sondergard posted a condolence
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Dear Jenny and family: We have indeed lost a coaching legend but more importantly, a loving husband, father, grandfather and so much more. For those reasons and many more, cousin "Papa Bear" Butch will live forever in our memories. May his life be an inspiration for others to live as he did, with care, generosity, and a gritty will to make things better!
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Derek Pierce posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Sending my condolences to Coach Pederson and his family and the rest of the West Branch Football community. It was an honor to go against an amazing coach during the last regular season game during the 2016-17 football season when I was a senior for Clayton Ridge High School.
~Derek Pierce, Clayton Ridge HS football manager, Class of 2017 Graduate~
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Todd Gladson planted a tree in memory of Butch Pedersen
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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Its been a great honor to have known and worked with Butch over the last 10 years. He has made a lasting impact on my life and so many others. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Ted Wernimont posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
To officials, there was only one Butch.
Once the ball was kicked or tossed or pitched it was total competition. Did not matter if it was a playoff game or 7th grade basketball, he coached intensely.
When the game ended, he was always a pleasure the next time our paths crossed.
He is gone too soon. I would have loved another chance to hear “Teddy” called from the bench with “insights” about what was really happening during the game.
Rest in peace, Coach.
Ted Wernimont
Iowa City Officials
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Gwen Cumberland Schaeffer posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
I had the privilege of working at West Branch Middle School for five years, 1989-1994, I knew Butch as both a teacher and a coach. He always had a kind word and encouragement for a rookie principal. Whenever I saw him after my time as a Bear, he was always gracious (even during lightning delays at Wapello). Rest in peace Coach.
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Univ of Iowa Dept of Radiation Oncology purchased flowers
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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Univ of Iowa Dept of Radiation Oncology
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Levi Achen and Family purchased flowers
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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Levi Achen and Family
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Kari, Kason, and Family, Our hearts are heavy with yours. May the memories from those who love Butch continue to keep him alive within you all!
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Marty Lantz posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
My sincere condolences to the entire Pedersen family. Butch was a great leader, competitor and mentor. I have fond memories of Butch during my days at Regina and the University of Iowa.
Rest in peace, Butch.
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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Beth Mushin posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Jenny and Family: Butch was one-of-a-kind. I was a football manager for 4 years and specifically changed my schedule around in HS so he would be my PE teacher. He was one of my favorite people. I hope you are able to read the posts about Butch, not only here, but on his Facebook page, and in the WB Times etc. I hope you know how many people he touched and how much of an impact he had on the lives of thousands of people. Butch was a legend, and legends never die.
You're in my thoughts
Beth Mushin (f/k/a Wellington)
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Jan Cretin lit a candle
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Peace my dear friend. A good teacher, a good coach, a good friend.
Jan Cretin
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Gary and Becky Watts purchased flowers
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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purchased the Faithful Blessings Bouquet and planted a memorial tree for the family of Butch Pedersen.
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Gary and Becky Watts planted a tree in memory of Butch Pedersen
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Robin Wheeler - Hennes posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
A coach’s success can be measured with wins and losses. And Butch’s success is legendary. What transcends his success was his ability to reach beyond victories on the field, the court, or the diamond . . . to build better people . . . better communities.
Thank you, Coach, and Godspeed -
Pat Wheeler
Robin (Wheeler) Hennes
Terri (Wheeler) Schuchard
Chris Wheeler
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Susan Harman posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Butch was one of a kind. There'll never be another like him in high school coaching. There are coaches; there are hall of famers; there are winners, but there was one Butch. I will miss him terribly.
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Linda Alexander posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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PRAYERS and MEMORIES to all!
Mark and Linda Alexander
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Kendra Webb uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Butch was a special man to me, i started working with seniors to be football manager summer going into my freshman year. He was funny, loving, and always had something off the wall to say. He taught me to love football from the sidelines…he showed me that no matter what happened win or lose family was important. He was HUGE on tradition and always had his superstition so dont let him find out u werent wearing the same socks u had worn when we won the week before because u bet hed make you go get em. He was a great man i will forever cherrish the memories and moments we had on the field, in the class room, and even in his office in between two a days playing playstation.
I love you butch thank you for my love of football!
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Donna Riosrios posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2023
Coached my twins, years ago,was something
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Barbara Downing Evans lit a candle
Monday, April 3, 2023
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Many years ago we lived in West Branch. I babysat sweet Lance. I had so much respect for that young family
Rest in Peace Coach. Hugs to you Jen and the family.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Butch Pedersen
Monday, April 3, 2023
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Monday, April 3, 2023
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Saturday
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April
Celebration of Life
1:00 pm
Saturday, April 8, 2023
West Branch High School Gymnasium
900 West Main St.
West Branch, Iowa, United States
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Butch Pedersen
1949 - 2023
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