Obituary of Don Butkuss

Donald “Don” Butkuss, 76, formerly of Lewiston, NY passed away on October 9, 2022, at his residence in Florida. He was born on November 13, 1945, in Boston, MA to John and Alice Haggerty Butkuss.  

Don retired from Massachusetts Water Resource Authority after working for them for over 20 years as an engineer. He had a love for golf, Disney and Universal, as well as socializing with friends and attending concerts. 

Don was predeceased by his parents; his first wife, Mary Butkuss; his second wife, Marie Lenhart-Butkuss and a sister. He is survived by his son, Michael Butkuss and his fiancée, Michael Barnett; 2 brothers and a host of nieces and nephews.  

He will be laid to rest next to Marie in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Niagara Falls, NY. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.  Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14092.