[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 55 (Tuesday, March 29, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E314]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





       HONORING THE LIFE OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY SHERIFF EARL BUTLER

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                           HON. DAVID ROUZER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 29, 2022

  Mr. ROUZER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Cumberland County's longtime former Sheriff, Earl Butler. Following 
a battle with leukemia, Sheriff Butler passed away while surrounded by 
his family at the age of 84 years old.
  Butler served as sheriff of Cumberland County for 22 years before 
retiring in 2016. He was beloved by his community, his family and 
friends, and his law enforcement colleagues. He believed in his work, 
and he was passionate about giving back to his community and keeping 
its citizens safe.
  He helped make the Sheriff's office a fully accredited law 
enforcement agency, increasing their ability to fight crime and protect 
the community. He also led the building and development of a new 
detention center, and he was the founder of the Shop with A Sheriff 
Program which helps provide a memorable Christmas to less fortunate 
children within Cumberland County. Sheriff Butler and his wife, Julia, 
were dedicated members of Massey Hill Baptist Church where they 
attended every Sunday and he taught Sunday school.
  The contributions Sheriff Butler made to Cumberland County were 
numerous. He made Cumberland County a better place to live leaving 
behind a great legacy that will be felt for years to come.
  Sheriff Butler's was a life very well-lived, and I extend my deepest 
condolences to his family and friends. He will be long remembered and 
cherished in the hearts of all who knew him and those for whom his 
influence touched.

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