Marcus Anthony "Pootie" "Impact" Butler Sr, age 39, of Gurnee, IL, passed away Saturday, October 14 ^th , 2023, in Racine, Wisconsin.

Marcus was born on November 3 ^rd , 1983, in Waukegan, Il to Marie Butler- Sampson and Tony Butler Sr. Marcus was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, father and grandfather. He attended Waukegan School District, Zion School District and Gurnee School District.  Marcus played football for the Zion Zee-Bees and Zion Jaguars in his youth. He was known as the unstoppable running back, sporting #40. Marcus's passion was detailing cars and creating memories with his children, grandchildren, and family. His bond with his siblings was important to him. Throughout his adult years, Marcus has made an impact on many, especially when showing off his muscles and gracing everyone with his infectious smile and laughter.

Marcus is survived by his mother, Marie Butler-Sampson, Gurnee, IL; father, Tony Butler Sr., Wisconsin; 7 Daughters: Shantelle Lott, Racine, WI; Ann Marie Butler, Missouri; Mar'Shonda and Mar'Vonda, Mari'Asya Butler, Wisconsin; Alanea Butler, Waukegan, IL; A'leer Butler, Carbondale, IL; 5 Sons: Marquise Hogan, Wisconsin; Jashawn (JJ) Williams, Kenosha, WI; Marcus Butler Jr., Gurnee, IL; Robert Butler, Missouri; Marcelis Butler, Kenosha, WI; 4 Grandchildren, Daliylah, David Jr., & Serenity, Wisconsin, and Ana'laya, Missouri ; 1 Sister Sincere (Dominique) Williams, Gurnee, IL; 4 Brothers: Antonio Butler, Waukegan, IL; Malcolm Butler, Gurnee, IL; Cash'Juan Butler, Gurnee, IL; John (Mook) Allen, Wisconsin; 7 Aunts Mae Cunningham, Conyers, GA; Marta Cunningham, Waukegan, IL; Robin Engram, California; Janice (Marshall) Garrett, Waukegan, IL; Jackie Goldsberry, Michigan; Angie Scott; Selena Garrett, Georgia; 7 Uncles Samuel (Silvia) Dotson III, Florida; James Diggs, Illinois; Hebert Diggs, Illinois; Daniel (Brenda) Garrett, Arizona; Larry Garrett Sr., Wisconsin; Jemeil Garrett, Wisconsin; Grandparents, Cremolia (Belvid) Green, Waukegan, IL; Johnnie Cunningham, Waukegan, IL; Jimmie (Edna) Garrett, Alabama; Loving Godmother whom he shared the same birthday, Tanya Oglesby, Waukegan, IL; Loving Cousins Monique Harris (Georgia), David Harris Jr. (Georgia) and Tracy Thomas, his Best friend Patrick "PY" Young and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Prayers and thoughts to Benita Lott, Kalinda Carpenter, Shavonda Jackson, Aleece Gillespie, Alisa Jemison, Kimyatta Winfrey, and LaTasha Hogan.

Marcus was preceded in death by his brother Tony Butler Jr.; stepfather Ozell Sampson Jr.; Uncles Joseph Goldsberry and Keith Jackson Sr.; Grandparents Thelma F. Cunningham, Martin C. Cunningham, Great-grandparents Thelma F. Brown, Walter Brown, Alberta Brown, Livery Brown, Albert Butler, Rosie Butler.

Service Details

The Homegoing Service for Marcus "Pooti" "Impact" Butler Sr. will  be held in the funeral home on Saturday, November 4 ^th at 4:00 p.m. In keeping with his wish, there will be no visitation.