Earl Jay "Butch" Priem passed away at home on June 21, 2014 at the age of 67. He was comforted by his wife and children.

Butch is survived by his loving wife, Cindy, of 42 years. They were married in Minneapolis on February 19, 1971.

Butch will be forever remembered by wife, Cindy (Rodgers) Priem of Rochester,  children, Shane Priem (Big Lake MN), Schad (Nadine) Priem (Rochester MN), Sara Guevremont (Corey) (Rochester, MN), Sean (Karyn) Priem (Rochester, MN), and 7 grandchildren (Eric, Nicole, Gavin, Lauryn, Mason, Joslyn, Bryson)  Butch was born in Chicago, IL on June 22, 1946. He grew up in McGregor, MN and later entered the Army. He spent his life providing for his family by working hard doing various jobs in the construction industry.  Most recently he was the warehouse manager at Bright Ideas Lighting. Butch was a very caring and compassionate person, he made a lasting impression on everyone he met. Butch enjoyed spending his free time at his camper in Elba, MN. He also enjoyed woodworking, reading, NASCAR collectibles, football and family.

The visitation will be held at The River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, Rochester, MN on Wednesday, June 25 ^th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

The funeral service will be held at The River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, on June 26 at 11:00 am. with a visitation one half hour prior to the funeral.

Burial to follow at a later date in Preston, MN.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com