The Knowles family is grieving the loss of a cherished member as Tina Knowles took to Instagram to announce the passing of her beloved older brother, Rowland Martin Buyince, affectionately known as Butch, who died over the weekend at the age of 77.
“My Beautiful big brother Butch went to be with God this weekend. I will miss him so much!” Tina shared in her heartfelt tribute post, alongside a black-and-white military photo of her late sibling.
Describing Butch’s colorful life, Tina reminisced, “He was a career Air Force man. He loved riding Motorcycles, was a black Belt in Karate, and had the most beautiful green eyes and good looks. He was a great story teller.”
Tina also expressed her love for Butch’s family, saying, “He had an incredible wife Jeanette and devoted daughter Dana two beautiful grandchildren Yvette and Roland. He was greatly loved. Sail on Butch. Rowland Martin (Butch) Buyincé June 1946 – Feb 2024 RIP.”
The news of Butch’s passing came just days after Tina shared her pride in her daughters, Solange and Beyoncé, for their recent achievements. Both Solange and Beyoncé graced the covers of magazines, prompting Tina to express her admiration for their character and accomplishments.
“Woke up to these two covers of these gorgeous Fashion Magazines with my two babies on them!!! It is truly a good day!!!” Tina exclaimed. “I love that you mind your business, block out the negative noise, don’t criticize or put other people down, you stay positive. Keep your nose to the grindstone and keep making magic happen with your ART and with your Heart.”
In her conclusion, Tina showered her daughters with love and pride, saying, “I love you both and could not be more proud of the kind, generous, loving, mothers, friends, daughters, kick butt smart business women and most of all the women that you have become. love your proud mom.”
Butch’s passing adds to the Knowles family’s history of loss, with Beyoncé having previously dedicated her seventh studio album “Renaissance” to another late family member, her “uncle Johnny,” whom Tina described as “more like a brother.” Beyoncé’s homage to her uncle underscored the deep familial bonds within the Knowles clan.
The legacy of Butch, Tina’s older brother, will undoubtedly live on in the memories of those who knew and loved him, leaving behind a rich tapestry of stories and cherished moments.