Franklin S. Butterfield

Chatanika resident Franklin Scott Butterfield, 38, died Dec. 28, 2005, at his home.

A memorial potluck was held at 6 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 1, at Chatanika Lodge. Mr. Butterfield was born March 8, 1967, in Fairbanks, and was a lifelong resident of Chatanika.

As a core driller for precious metals, Mr. Butterfield was able to travel the world but always thought of Alaska as home.

He loved to play outdoors, winter or summer. He was a devoted husband to his best friend and wife, Monica, and a wonderful father to his son, Eli, and daughter, Jessica.

His family wrote, &#8220There was nothing he couldn't do. He loved life, was always in good spirits and loved to tease. Scotty was a loving husband and daddy and son, we will greatly miss him.”

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Charlotte &#8220Charlie” Butterfield. He is survived by his wife, Monica, son, Eli, and daughter, Jessica, all of Chatanika; father, Frank Wells; mother, Katy Butterfield; sisters, brothers, and many co-workers and friends. Arrangements were by Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home.