Stephen J Butkus peacefully departed on December 25th, 2024, at Central Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado at the age of 74.  Stephen was born on July 31st, 1950, in Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania to his late parents Joseph Francis Butkus and Carolyn (Peggy) Butkus.  Stephen was a proud retired Marine who served in Vietnam. He loved to golf and had a Black Belt in Karate. He was a beloved husband to his wife of 54 years, Angela Butkus. Stephen was also treasured by his siblings Micheal Butkus (deceased), Cathleen (Larry (deceased)) Sweeney, Margaret (Tom) Sawyer and Joseph (Kelly) Butkus.  He was a cherished father to his son Stephen (Hege) Butkus and daughter Angela (David) DeDominicis.  Stephen was adored by his grandchildren Aspen (Jacob) Evanyo, Sage DeDominicis and Sages fiancé Maggie Dunn and Bella North. Stephen filled all our lives with love and laughter and will forever live in our hearts. Stephen was a great supporter of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) please donate in lieu of flowers.