Published: Nov. 19, 2024, 4:27 p.m.Kelly Butler, who worked in state government for more than three decades and retired as state finance director after a diagnosis of ALS, has died, Gov. Kay Ivey announced.“For those who knew Kelly, you know this about him. For those Alabamians who did not have a chance to personally know Kelly, you can be assured he likely touched your life in some way. Even after his ALS diagnosis and following his retirement, he worked and gave back to our state.
“Truly, Kelly was a champion in his service as finance director, and to the end, he was a champion for life itself!” Ivey said. “I am sending my prayers and love to his wife Beverly and his family during this incredibly difficult time.” If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our