Kathy McDonald Butler, 53, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center.
Kathy was born on January 3, 1973, in Winchester, Virginia, to Marvin McDonald (Sharon) and Linda Tharpe Hassenplug (George). She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jenna Marie Butler, and nephew, Johnny Addison. Over her ten-year career at Navy Federal Credit Union, she grew from a Member Service Representative to a Supervisor, reflecting her strong work ethic and dedication. She formed meaningful bonds with her coworkers, who became like family to her, and she took great pride in her work and the people she served.
Surviving along with her parents are her companion of nine years, Lance Darr; son, Brian Scott McCauley; three daughters, Amber Danielle McCauley, Morgan Brooke Butler (Billy) and Chelsey Erin Butler (Greg); two step daughters, Tori Butler and Caitlin Berryman; two brothers, Christopher Hassenplug and Shane McDonald; two sisters, Gail Addison (John) and Jennifer McDonald; twelve grandchildren, Landon, Marty, Kingzley, Jamion, Milani, Isabella, Athena, Raylee, Kairo, Liam, Kaliann and Miles and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2026, at 2 PM at the Front Royal Elks Lodge, 2382, 4088 Guard Hill Rd, Front Royal.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Maddox Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.
