Suddenly, on July 30, 2024, Sandra "Sandy" Elizabeth Butler (nee Bent) passed away at the age of 76 in Oceanside, California. She was the beloved wife for over 50 years of LCDR Bruce A. Butler, USN (Retired). She is also survived by her brothers, Lance Bent (Patty), Mark Bent (Shelly), 6 nieces and 1 nephew. She was predeceased by her parents, Herbert L. and Ethel M. Bent, and her brother, Kirk Bent. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance in memory of Sandra Butler, online at sdzwa.org/memorial (use sandybutlermemorial@gmail.com as email for recipient) or mailed to San Diego Wildlife Alliance, P.O. Box 120551, San Diego, CA 92112.