Sheila Butler

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OBITUARY

Sheila Marilyn Butler, 93, passed away on February 5, 2025. Born in New York, New York, to the late Harry and Anne Friedman, Sheila eventually made her way to Atlanta, Georgia, where she built a life for herself and her family. A shrewd businesswoman, she served as CEO of Weight Watchers of Atlanta and Northwest Georgia. A multi-faceted woman, Sheila was a gifted painter and an appreciator of the arts—especially theatre—and was a member of Congregation Or VeShalom. She was a woman of unwavering strength and abundant love, qualities that carried her through a long and fulfilling life. In her later years, Sheila made a permanent move to her home-away-from-home in Boynton Beach, Florida. Sheila was predeceased by her husband, Buddy, her son, Scott, and her sister, Dorothy Koncius. She is survived by her son, Cory Butler (Mark); her sister, Joan Pressman; her grandson, Seth Butler Esq.; and many cherished nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. A graveside funeral will be held at 10:30 AM on Sunday, February 9, at Greenwood Cemetery, 1173 Cascade Cir SW, Atlanta, GA 30311.

DONATIONS: Memorial donations may be made in Sheila’s memory to Congregation Or VeShalom or The Atlanta Jewish Home.