Douthett

William Grant “Bill” Douthett III, a lifelong resident of Butler, died early Thursday morning, July 25, 2024.

Bill was born on July 28, 1929. He graduated from Butler High School in 1947, received a bachelor’s degree from Westminster College in 1951, and a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1952.

Bill owned and operated Douthett and Graham until 1972 and then worked for Pati’s from 1974 to 1984. He was the owner and proprietor of The Store on Main. He was a lifelong member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church serving as a trustee, elder and treasurer. He was a past president of the Butler Rotary Club, a member for over 60 years, and a four-time Paul Harris Fellow. He also was deeply involved with Rotary International Golf Fellowship, where he made many friends.

His hobbies were golf, music and photography. Lately, his vision trouble introduced him to the love of audiobooks and participation in an experimental visual trial at UPMC in Pittsburgh. He had a deep intellect, a deep faith and a deep love for the people in his life. He trusted that God is good, all the time.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Helen Faust Douthett, whom he married on Aug. 9, 1952; and by his son, William Grant Douthett IV.

He is survived by his son, David Andrew Douthett and daughter-in-law, Molly Whipple Douthett of Charles Town, W.Va.; two grandchildren, Meredith Douthett and her spouse, Chris Campbell of Pittsburgh, and Jacob Douthett of Charles Town W.Va.; his sister, Jeanne Wilson of Cabot; longtime companion, Clare Oskin of Oakmont, Pa.; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

DOUTHETT — Friends of William Grant “Bill” Douthett III, who died Thursday, July 25, 2024, will be received from 3 to 4 p.m. Friday, with a memorial service immediately following at 4 p.m., at Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St., Butler, with Pastor Merry Meloy officiating.

Private burial will take place at North Side Cemetery.

Instead of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church at standrewsupc.org or the Polio Plus program of Rotary International at www.rotary.org/en/plus-polioplus.

Arrangements were entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

All who knew Bill are encouraged to add photos and memories to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.