Jerrilee "Gigi" Butler - Roper and Sons

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Jerrilee “Gigi” M. Butler, 82, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Lincoln, NE. She was born on October 14, 1943, in Lincoln, NE.

She was a bookkeeper for the Country Club of Lincoln for 40+ years.

Gigi is survived by her lifelong partner, Jim Strain; son, Steven Friebel; sisters, Glena (John) Jacobs and Mona Christopher; niece, Courtney (Kevin) Bratt; nephew, Chris Knippel; five great-nieces and nephews; one great-great-nephew; along with many friends over the years. She is preceded in death by her son, Michael Friebel, and her parents, N.G. Christopher and Ruth.

A life celebration gathering will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Roper and Sons South Chapel (3950 Hohensee Dr., Lincoln, NE 68516).

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Services

January26

Celebration of Life

5:00 pm CST

Roper & Sons South Chapel

3950 Hohensee Drive (40th & Yankee Hill)
Lincoln, NE 68516

(402) 261-5907

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January 29, 2026

So sad to hear about Jerri, knew her many years as my Mom used to watch Steve when he was little, and had bowled in a league with her and Glena looooooong ago, and she was at my Mom’s funeral back in Oct of 2023. Les Lewis

– Les Lewis

January 26, 2026

So sorry she’s gone. An unforgettable friend with whom I shared lots of laughs for over 50 years.

– Jim Pecka

January 22, 2026

I have many fond memories of bowling with her and Glena at Plaza Bowl. She had a great sense of humor, great “body language” when she was bowling well, and I enjoyed every year on her team. Her facial expressions were legendary. My sympathies to you all.

– Kris Jensen-Divis

January 20, 2026

So very sorry to hear.. My deepest sympathies and Prayers to the family and Dear Friends.. She was a super sweet lady and one heck of a bowler.. A Good Friend and bowling acquaintance of My Mother’s.. She will be missed!