Advance Planning Specialists
MaryKay Butler-Harrelson, CPC
Family Service Director, Certified Prearrangement Counselor
 Mary Kay Butler-Harrelson, CPC has 28 years of experience in funeral service since joining her family at Butler Funeral Homes in 1979. From 1979-1994, her background includes experience in the planning and organization of corporate and business affairs, program management, staff leadership and daily business operations. She was responsible for accounts receivable, advertising, correspondence and scheduling, as well as for the recruiting, interviewing and training of new employees.
With the assistance of her brother, Jack, Mary Kay has taken great pride throughout the years coordinating purchases necessary to create a pleasant and comfortable environment for the funeral home.
Since 1994, Mary Kay has devoted her efforts to serving as a Family Service Director, Advance Planning Specialist, and Certified Preplanning Consultant. She finds nothing more rewarding and gratifying than assisting families throughout Springfield and the surrounding areas with their advance funeral planning needs.
Mary Kay is married to John P. Harrelson. They are the parents of four children: Bill Marriott III, Mindy Marriott-Fontaine of Steamboat Springs, CO, and Brad Harrelson and Shawn Herrick of Topeka, KS. The share the joy of six granddaughters and one grandson.
Mary Kay graduated from Blessed Sacrament Grade School, Sacred Heart Academy, Class of 1965, and attended Lincoln Land Community College.
Mary Kay is a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Springfield Art Association, Junior League of Springfield-Sustainer Member, Sangamo Club, and Illini Country Club.
She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, golfing and gardening.
Kari Jones
Family Service Director, Advance Planning Specialist
 Kari Jones, a native Iowan, is a former choral music educator at various high schools in Illinois, and most recently held that post at Glenwood High School. She joined the staff of Butler Funeral Homes in July of 2006 as a Family Services Director and Advance Planning Specialist. Her Bachelor of Arts degree in music was earned at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and she holds a Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in music education and educational administration.
Kari and her husband, Steve, reside in Chatham with sons Connor and Tyler. They are active at First Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville where she has directed the Adult Choir for the past 15 years.
She loves meeting people and assisting them in protecting their loved ones through advanced planning.
Rick Henke
Family Service Director, Advance Planning Specialist
Rick Henke joined Butler Funeral Homes in October 2006 and currently serves as a Family Service Director and Advance Planning Specialist.
Rick was born and raised on a farm in Northwest Iowa. He graduated from Iowa State University and began teaching shop (metal and power mechanics) in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Rick entered the insurance business in 1975 as a producer for Farm Bureau Insurance of Iowa. He held several producer positions, until joining Pekin Insurance as a Field Manager in 1987.
Rick moved to Illinois in 1992 where met his wife Susan. They wed in 1993. He has two children, Andrew Henke of Cleveland, OH and Jennifer Fischer of Rochester, IL. He has one wonderful grandson, Caleb, age 6.
Rick enjoys woodworking, landscaping and building and maintaining computers.
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