Virgil, was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Raymond Uttinger of Springfield, MO. He is survived by his wife, Lela Faye Uttinger, and a son, Jacob Uttinger, both of the home; two sisters, Claudia Wheeler (Donald), and Patricia Ann Rogers (Gerry) of Fort Scott, Kansas. One sister-in-law, Peggy Uttinger of Springfield, MO, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
No services are planned, courtesy Ferry Funeral Home.
Sharon was raised in Nevada and Lamar and graduated from Nevada High School Class of 1964. For most of her life Sharon worked in healthcare as a CNA. She worked at Truman Healthcare in Lamar for several years and at Bristal Manor in Lamar. Although she lived most of her adult life in Lamar, Sharon has lived in El Dorado Springs for the past two years.
Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn M. Berberich (Bradley), Nevada; 11 grandchildren, Alissa Meyer, Troy Hicks, Jennifer Ridley, Elizabeth Berberich, Austin Highfill, Amanda Carel, Aaron Highfill, Rusty Hicks, Stephanie Hicks, Lisa Hicks, and Jerica Hicks; 21 great-grandchildren; one niece and several nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Charlotte Kay Highfill; a son, Gregory Dean Hicks; and a sister, Sandy Manley.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.
On June 22, 1963, Daisy married William Butler. Together they built a beautiful life and raised four children.
Daisy lived much of her life in Missouri but traveled across the United States with her husband, Bill, during his careers in the Navy and as a truck driver. She was a homemaker by trade who loved gardening and working in her yard, taking on home improvement and redecorating projects, collecting elephants and porcelain dolls, and spending time with her family and friends catching up over a cup of coffee at the dining room table.
She had a deep love for Christmas and found her greatest happiness in life was when she was surrounded by her children and grandchildren-when her home was filled with laughter, love, and the beautiful chaos of a loud and loving family.
Daisy could always be counted on for advice, support, and understanding—the person everyone turned to for comfort, reassurance, and love. Her door, and her heart, were always open. She could often be found in her kitchen listening to country music, sipping her coffee, and playing a game of solitaire. Known to everyone as “Granny,” Daisy loved and cared deeply for all those she considered family. She was a woman of great wisdom, warmth, and strength, with a lifetime full of knowledge and advice. Her life can be beautifully summarized in two words: love and compassion.
She was preceded in death by her parents; several beloved siblings; her husband, Bill; her daughter-in-law, Tania; and her great-grandson, Ryland.
She is survived by her four children Bill, Barbara, Chris and David; grandchildren Mike, April, Wayne, Adam, Zach, Tera, Paula, Erin, David, Alex, Kyden, Heidi and Randa; twenty-one great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and another great-great-grandchild on the way. She is also survived by her beloved siblings Geri, Edna, Mary, Ethel, and Mitchell, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
Her love shaped generations, and her spirit will continue to shine through those she leaves behind. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her and will forever be remembered as the heart and soul of her family—the one who held everyone together with love, laughter, endless grace, and unwavering devotion. Daisy’s warmth and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her, and her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she loved most.
