29/04/2026
The Redlands Dog Obedience Club are saddened to learn of the recent passing of life member Laurie Butler. Laurie passed away on April 15, 2026, at the age of 92. Laurie and his beloved wife Arlene were long time members of the club. Laurie as an instructor and a skilled craftsman was well regarded at the club, especially as he created some of the clubs equipment.
Arlene was also a life member of RDOC. Both Laurie & Arlene loved to train their German Shepherds in both obedience and tracking. Fondly remembered for their devotion to lay down tracks at the crack of dawn for the clubs tracking trials.
After Arlene's passing, Laurie continued to train & trial in obedience with his sheltie, Cody, all the way up to his 90th birthday.
Redlands Dog Obedience Club members represented the club at Lauries funeral on Tuesday, as a mark of respect and proudly wore their Redlands Dog Obedience Club shirts.
We want to express our sadness and pass on condolences to Laurie's family and friends and we fondly remember the contributions that both Laurie and Arlene made to the Club and the greater dog community.