Lena Monteal

Butler

Lena Monteal Butler, 77, of Cairo, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on May12, 2025, after an extended illness. She was born on April 13, 1948 in Thomasville, Georgia. Monteal lived a life of compassion, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to those around her. She married the love of her life, Johnny Mack Butler on April 22, 1977, in Thomasville, Georgia on Rose Show Day.

Monteal was a proud graduate of Central High School, Class of 1966. She was a generous person who loved God, family, friends, and life. She had a great passion for quilting and generously shared those masterpieces with family and friends. She was an exceptional cook and loved entertaining. She was a hat enthusiast, owning approximately 100 hats, which were worn everywhere she went. Gardening was another interest, and the fruits of that labor were relevant in the beautiful grounds surrounding her home. In 1991 The Grady County Champer of Commerce chose Monteal as Woman of the Year. One of her favorite times of the day was spent in her rocking chair, late in the evening, listening to the sounds of turkeys, birds, squirrels playing and watching deer graze. The tall pines surrounding the property had a serene effect completing nature's perfect canvas.

Monteal, with her husband Mack, owned and operated Cairo Memorials before their retirement. She loved waiting on customers with their monument needs and made many new friends. For many years Monteal and Mack opened their home to numerous foster children. They made a difference in those children's lives, giving them care, love, and encouragement.

Monteal has the complete characteristics found in Proverbs 31: a virtuous woman is a valuable asset to her husband and family, characterized by her diligence, wisdom, and generosity. She is a hardworking homemaker, a wise counselor, and a compassionate provider, bringing good to her household and community. The core of her virtuousness lies in her devotion to God and her love for her family.

She was preceded in death by her stepson, Scott Butler on March 10, 1990.

She is survived by her husband, Johnny Mack Butler, daughter Connie Adams (Roy) of Toccoa, GA, and grandchildren, Cameron Butler of Cairo, GA, Mackenzie Adams and Makayla Adams, both of Toccoa, GA. She is also survived by her siblings: Luther Royal (Faye) of Claxton, GA, Debbie Crawford (Pat) of Nevils, GA, and sister-in-law Diannia Ernst of Cairo. Other survivors include her special children, Darlene Youngman, April Morgan, and Janice Ezell. She is also survived by her Goddaughter Cyndi Tarin.

Graveside Services will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Cairo, Georgia on Saturday – May 17, 2025 at 10:00 am with Pastor Robert Crapps officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 9:00 to10:00 am at Greenwood Cemetery.

Serving as honorary pallbearers are Steve Avant, James Kelly, Ralph Daughtry, Trey Royal, Lance Royal, Trent Stewart, and Michael Leu.

The family appreciates the wonderful care Monteal received from the Hospice nurses.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214.