Ann Gilman Butte, 87, of Altus, Oklahoma passed away January 15, 2013 at Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Ann was born April 9, 1925 to Richard and Genavive Boone Gilman in Alhambra, California. After graduating from high school she continued her education as a graduate of the College of Design in Pasadena.

Ann and Bruce W Butte were united in marriage in 1952 in Inglewood, California. Ann was an artist who enjoyed several mediums including period paintings of the 1700s and the 1800s, sculptures and acrylics. She owned and operated her art gallery for many years and also worked as a commercial illustrator for various businesses. Ann was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed reading her Bible and gardening.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Richard Gilman II. She is survived by two sons, Timothy (Donna) Butte of Long Beach, California, and Barney (Donna) Butte of Altus; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Altus Times, January 18, 2013