James Howard Butler, 82, of Prairieville, La. passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021.

He was a native of Gloster,Ms. born March 22, 1939 in Centreville, MS., the son of the late Howard and Mae Butler, He was an automobile body fender and paint mechanic for most of his life.

James is survived by his sister Carolyn Cernich and husband Calvin; two nephews Kevin Cernich and Steve Cernich and wife Lisa; six great nephews and nieces Michael, Haleigh, Fallene, Chris, Chance, and Courtney.

Visitation is Friday, October 15, 2021, at Brown Funeral Home in Gloster, MS. from 10:00 A.M. until time of funeral services at 12:00 Noon at the funeral home, officiated by Rev. Eddy Ricks. Interment will follow in Mary Springs Cemetery.