Dexter Butler Obituary – The Key West High School experienced a tragic incident on Saturday, as one of their esteemed history teachers and athletic coaches, Dexter Butler, was found dead. Monroe County Schools Superintendent Theresa Axford confirmed the unfortunate news, stating that Butler had drowned after his keys accidentally fell down a drain.
According to the Key West Weekly Newspaper, Axford explained that Butler had lost his balance while attempting to retrieve his keys, resulting in a fatal fall into the drain. Tragically, he drowned in just 18 inches of water. Axford described the incident as a profound tragedy on multiple levels. In 2022, a reporter from the weekly publication had written a profile on Butler, highlighting his accomplishments and personal life.
The article portrayed him as a 36-year-old father of two, who had excelled as the captain of both the baseball and football teams during his time at the high school. After pursuing baseball in college and working in the banking industry, Butler had returned to his alma mater to teach and coach.
