Michael Bute

Michael J. "Mike" Bute (56) born on September 10, 1955 in Miller, South Dakota to Robert J. & Arlene J. Bute, passed away at his Electric City, Washington home on December 18, 2011. Having served his country with the US Army in Vietnam , Mike worked in construction with IBEW Local 77, serving as a Journeyman Lineman since 1976 until his retirement from Grant County PUD. A member of the Electric City, Washington American Legion Post and the Grand Coulee , Washington Eagles, Mike enjoyed hunting, canning the harvest from his vegetable garden and long walks with Rastis. His two great loves however were riding his Harley and spending time with Family and his many friends.

Predeceased by his parents; Mike's legacy lives on through his beloved children: Kaci Deiser (Clancy) and Robert Bute; grandchildren: Brock & Kimber; brothers: Rod & Eric Bute ; sister: Debbie Schmidt (Ken); numerous nephews and nieces; his former wife and the mother of their children: Kristi Burch and his faithful K-9 companion and friend: Rastis. At Mike's request cremation has taken place. All his friends are invited to join Mike's family for the "The Mike Bute Celebration of Life" to be held at the American Legion Hall in Electric City , Washington on Friday, December 23rd, 2011 from 2pm to 11pm, please come and share a story and good humor. Mike's family requests that those who wish may make donations in his name, to benefit the "Suzie Criss Fund" (account #14779) at any Grand Coulee Federal Credit Union Branch. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee, Washington is honored to be assisting Mike's family.