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“His life was a living example of talent, perseverance, and refinement. But, above all, his true joy was entertaining and sharing his music with audiences worldwide.”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-05

The official band statement described Tony Butala's character and love of entertaining audiences.

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“Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his children, grandchildren, siblings, the love of his life, the entire Lettermen organization and all who knew and loved him.”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-05

The official band statement extended condolences to Butala's family and loved ones.

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“It is with profound sadness that we announce the recent passing of Tony Butala, founding member of the international recording artists ‘The Lettermen,’ and recipient of a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-05

The official band statement announced Tony Butala's passing as a founding member of The Lettermen.

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“Tony never met a stranger,”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-05

The official band statement described Tony Butala's character and love of entertaining audiences.

verbatim, matched to source Abcnews.comFox News
“We have lost an integral member of The Lettermen family,”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-03

The band's media coordinator shared an official statement from The Lettermen confirming Tony Butala's death.

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“It is with profound sadness that we announce the recent passing of Tony Butala, founding member of the international recording artists ‘The Lettermen,’ and recipient of a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his children, grandchildren, siblings, the love of his life, the entire Lettermen organization and all who knew and loved him.”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-03

The band's media coordinator shared an official statement from The Lettermen announcing the passing of founding member Tony Butala.

verbatim, matched to source Abcnews.com
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