Marlin John "Butch" Vought

Marlin John “Butch” Vought, 77, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away peacefully but unexpectantly at home on October 13, 2026

Born in Pennsylvania, Butch graduated from Danville Area High School in 1967 and the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, dedicating his career to serving his community as a pharmacist. He was a devout man of faith who loved his family, friends, golfing, Penn State sports, and lighting up any room with his warm smile and vibrant personality.

For 31 incredible years, Butch was a husband, best friend and partner in many life adventures with his wife Cindy Riley Vought.

Butch was initially employed at Rea & Derrick Drugs, then Peoples Drug, and CVS Pharmacy. He was a Pharmacy Manager, District Manager, Area Vice President and Regional Manager. He took a ten-year hiatus from pharmacy in 1996 working for Catawissa Lumber as the Human Resource Director. Butch retired in 2011 from Giant pharmacy in Danville.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Matthew Vought, Lishana Damico and finance Roy Forney, Brian Shobert and wife Jena. Jennifer Reed and husband Jason; eight grandchildren: Valentino Damico, Jeniah Shobert, Riley Reed, Jackson Reed, Gabrielle Albert, Ethan Reed, Trey Vought and Brienna Shobert; his sister, Nancy Leighow; and nephew, Larry Bohner (Missy), niece Christine Beasley. In addition he is survived by sisters-in-law: Connie Riley, Tracy Cornelius (Chadd), brother-in-law Mikel Riley (Sharon), Dennton Achey He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Sherry Achey, and brothers-in-law Douglas Riley and Rae Leighow and nephew Jeremy Riley.

His family was a source of great love and pride, and the memories they shared with him will remain forever in their hearts. Though his presence will be deeply missed, the love he gave, the laughter he shared, and the kindness he showed will live on through those who loved him.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Lord of Life Lutheran Church. The family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 351 Buckwalter Pkwy, Bluffton, SC.