Ervin E. "Butch" Bird (79) of Effingham

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Published on December 5 2022 10:43 am

Ervin E. “Butch” Bird, 79, of Effingham, IL, formerly of Grant Park, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Per Butch’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and no public services will be held at this time. Johnson Funeral Home in Effingham is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared by clicking here.

Butch was born on August 1, 1943, in Pinckneyville, IL, the son of Herbert and Angeline (Ruffino) Bird. He married Pauline J. Rasche on November 4, 1961. Butch was the founder and owner of Tool-Masters in Grant Park, IL. He also was an avid golfer.

Butch is survived by his wife of 61 years, Pauline Bird; son, Rick (Suzy) Bird; daughter, Tammy (Mark) Nies; four grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.