Our condolences to the Butler family and the Spring Branch, Texas, Volunteer Fire Department. FireFighter David Butler,
43, a veteran of the Spring Branch Volunteer Fire Department died Monday, December 24, 2001. David was responding to a
structure fire when he suffered a heart attack. His battalion truck left the roadway several times over more than a half-mile
stretch eventually coming to a rest after striking trees and rocks on the southbound side of the Guadalupe River. David was
flown to a nearby hospital in critical condition where he expired shortly thereafter.
David's funeral was held Saturday, December 29, 2001, at the Spring Branch Volunteer Fire Department. A memorial fund
has been established and donations can be made to:
