William Walton Butterworth

1903–1975 (age 72)

Biography

William Walton Butterworth brought honor to New Orleans and the nation through a distinguished diplomatic career that spanned continents. He navigated delicate negotiations with poise, always insisting that America's role abroad rest on partnership and respect.

When home in New Orleans he remained engaged with cultural institutions and civic charities, supporting youth programs and international education. His legacy endures in the friendships forged across borders and the quiet counsel he offered to successive generations of diplomats.

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