Lawrence King Butcher "LK" MD passed away March 4, 2010 at the Pineville Community Hospital. A U. S. Army veteran having served in Vietnam in jungle warfare, he earned a Bronze Star for meritorious achievement in ground operations against hostile forces and graduated from OCS Training. A graduate of the University of Kentucky School of Medicine, Dr. Butcher was a longtime Obstetrician at the Pineville Community Hospital and he was totally devoted to his patients. He was a member of the Kentucky Medical Association and the American Medical Association. He enjoyed Quarter Horses and Barrel Racing, was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and the National Barrel Horse Association.

LK and wife Jennifer campaigned many successful barrel horses during their 22 year marriage. Horses such as 1995 World Champion Jr Barrel horse Go For Tears and 2008 Congress Reserve Champion Jr Barrel horse Magnolia Affirm, to name a few. In addition to AQHA events she is also a member of the WPRA and competed, placing 4th in the Derby average in the first every WPRA World Finals. Jennifer also qualified and competed at the World Finals in 2009.

LK was Jennifer's biggest supporter and fan. He was known for his love of their dogs and a love for life. Dr. Butcher will be greatly missed.

LK was a dedicated supporter of the Bell County Kentucky Animal Shelter. Donations in his rememberance can be made to Friends of the Bell County Animal Shelter PO Box 2534 Middelsboro, Ky. 40965.