On Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim, aged 74 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Lauraine and much-loved father and father in law of Craig and Kathy (Wellington) and Earl (New Plymouth). An adored grandfather of Emily-Jane, Inky-Lou and Fable-Bea. A loved brother, brother in law and uncle. Messages to the Butler family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to St John and the Nurse Maude and Wairau Hospital staff.

A private cremation has taken place at Blenheim. A Memorial Service for Joe will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Wednesday April 29, commencing at 11am.