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Robert “Butch” Micheal Foley Jr., 66, of Monroe, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at Atrium Health Union Medical Center in Monroe Surrounded by loved ones. He was born on August 14, 1954 in Fort Bragg, NC to the late Robert Michael Foley Sr. and Blanche Freeman Foley. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne
Robert worked as a New York City Fire Fighter of Rescue 4 Queens until his retirement. He enjoyed working with kids as Football Coach (Coach Butch) and mentor to so many.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by brothers, Danny and Shawn; also sadly step son, Luke DeRespinis
Robert is survived by his wife of 25 years, Debbie Foley of Monroe; children, Jodi Reith and Boyfriend Kurt of NY, Shawn Foley and girlfriend Beth of Monroe, and Diana Cosentino and husband David of Monroe; also Beloved Papa to, Christina Reith and Nyko Silk.
A private Celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is assisting the Foley family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Billy says
My deepest sympathies and love to all.
Tanya and Bill
Jane Hare says
So very sorry Deb, Diana, Shawn and all your family on your loss. So blessed to have seen the live Sunday and know Butch was with you!
#vibetribestrong and #wegotthis… love and prayers
🙏🙏🙏💔💜💙 Jane Hare
Louisa Fakhoury says
So sorry…😢
Christy says
Our deepest condolences to all of you, may Butch fly high & Rest In Peace!
The Evangelista’s
Kathy Foley Cronin says
My love and condolences to my sister-in-law Debbie, my nieces Jodi and Diana and my nephew Shawn. Butch will be terribly missed; he already is. ‘Til we meet again. With all our love, Kathy and John
Ps Love and prayers to our family members: Grandma. Grandpa. Pop. Grandma Foley. Mom. Dad. Danny. Shawn and especially Luke our littlest angel.
Ro and Lou Felice says
We are so sorry for your loss Butch was a very nice man and it was a pleasure to have met him.
Richie says
To our Northern cousins. The Schaefer families send our heartfelt condolences. Distance is only an inconvenience that does not hinder the love that we share. We all love and miss our Foley families, and will be praying for peace and comfort ya’ll.
Sincerely,
Richie, Valerie, and Aunt Sissy
Carol (McHugh) and John Mauch says
Our hearts go out to you and your family, Debbie. It was a shock to hear of Butch’s passing. Please know that he and all of you are in our prayers. Rest In Peace in our Lord’s loving arms old friend.
Peter Reimann says
My prayers to the entire Foley Family. May he Rest In Peace
Pat Kennedy says
To the Foley family from Engine 9 and Ladder 6 Chinatown Dragon fighters our deepest condolences . Butch we had many great memories ,REST IN PEACE BROTHER TIL WE MEET AGAIN .
Debbie Foley says
Butch what can I say I’m still waiting for you to walk through the door. Thank you for being the best Dad,Step Dad, and Papa to our kids it was not always easy but you never wavered with the love you had for all of them. Thank you for making me the strong woman I am today. Weakness and negativity was never an option. I promise I got this for our Shawn. Rest in paradise with Luke💜💜 until we are all together again we will carry you in our hearts forever. Airborne all the way!!
💜💜💜Deb
Aunt Barbara says
We miss you and love you Butch! It doesn’t seem that long ago that I held you in my arms when you were only 2 days old. I loved you from that moment till forever. Rest in peace Butch. Your job here on earth has been well done. Please hug Sis and Sarge, Shawn, Danny and Debbie for us. You and they ate always in our hearts and prayers. 💚💚♣♣
Sending. our deepest condolences and love to Debbie, Jodie, Shawn, Billy, Kathy and all the family members who he loved so much. 🙏
Kathy says
Your antics and memories are overwhelming. Never an unkind word followed you. These memories are endless. Bill and I have shared so many. You were truly one of a kind. Speaking of kind, your kindness defined only one of your loving qualities. If I had to make a list it would include hilarious, intelligent, fatherly, mischievous, tough, strong, relentless and another brother I am missing. I will always love you forever.