Blaine ( Butch) Arthur Tanner, Jr.

April 06, 1944 - July 05, 2014

Blaine Arthur “Butch” Tanner, Jr. went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 5, 2014. Butch Loved the Lord and remained strong in his faith throughout his 5 ½ year fight with cancer. A “winner either way” was his motto and attitude as he faced every obstacle and struggle put his way. His perseverance and determination was driven by his strong love of his family and he served as an inspiration to every life that he touched, and became an example to all of us to how our lives should be lived. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Blaine Arthur Tanner, Sr., and Lucy Shelor Tanner; a brother, Gary Wayne Tanner and a granddaughter, Cassidy Paige Tanner. Butch left behind his loving wife, Katherine Tanner; his sons and daughters-in-law, Shawn and Lindsey Tanner, Shane and Susan Tanner and daughter, Michele S. Lytton. He also is survived by his pride and joy grandchildren, Ashley and Aaron Mathis, Ashton Lytton, Caleb Tanner, Carley Lytton, Draper Tanner, Tristan Tanner and Courtney Tanner, and the newest pride and Joy of the family, great-grandson, Remington Mathis. He is also survived by many special relatives and friends. A Memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at The Copper Hill Church of the Brethren with Pastor Marty Moyer officiating. Following the service, family and friends will return to the home for a releasing of doves and fellowship to follow. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. before the memorial service. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.gardnerfuneralhomefloyd.com. Arrangements are being handled by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, VA. (540) 745-2007. “ A hero is an ordinary man who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles”.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

So sorry to hear of the news of Butch passing. If we can help in anyway, please let us know. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

My sincere sympathies. Butch was an outstanding example of God's love on Earth and a true role-model for the young people of our county. God's peace be with Katherine and the family.

Leon and I were so very sorry to learn of Butch's passing. He and Katherine were like family to me. We will miss him.

Our thoughts ,prayers, and love go out to all the family in the death of your loved one.

Our sincere sympathy to the Tanner family and all those who knew and loved him.

We are so sorry to learn of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

We are so sorry to learn of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

You are in our prayers, Butch was a good man and we will miss him very much. The basketball games wont be the same without him. God bless you and the rest of the family.

The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless you always.

We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. Thank God for the promise He gave us through His Son, Jesus, of no more suffering when we leave this world. You and your family are in our prayers and will continue to be in the days to come. God Bless you.

We are so very sorry for your loss.

We would like to offer of deepest sympathy at the passing of Butch. He was a valued customer and friend. We will miss him! Your friends at Country Cookin.

My sincere sympathy to the Tanner family.. Butch was my HS classmate that was loved by everyone,

You were one of my favorite customers. I will truly miss Butch. Hope to see Katherine back at Country Cookin soon. I love you guys, Christy

The Reed family will never forget this great man that we have known and loved for many years. Our thoughts, prayers, and support are with this great family, now and forever.

Sending prayers and hugs! Butch was a great man. He always had kind words.

My sincere sympathy to the Tanner family. I was a class mate of Butch's and he was loved by all.

Very sorry to hear about this loss of a good man. He will be missed by many.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for your loss.

My sympathy to the entire Tanner Family. Butch was my High School Classmate. Last saw him some 15 years ago at a reunion. He was a special guy, everyone in our class loved him. RIP my old friend.

Ms. Tanner, I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Butch. He was role model for us all , and I feel like the "winner" for having known him.

Katherine and Family, May God Bless you all during this difficult time and beyond. Butch was an incredible guy, and he will be missed by many. Taylor and Holly will always remember the kind, encouraging words he spoke to them when they were playing basketball. Just know you have an entire community praying for you.

We are saddened by this loss to you and community. I hope you are comforted by the prayers in your name. always.Lorie Bolt and Nelderee Reynolds and Penny Bolt