Carrie M Bulter-Walton

Carrie Marie Butler-Walton, age 49, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 31, 2026, at OSU Hospital as a result of brain death following a tragic house fire.

Carrie was born on May 28, 1976, in Columbus, Ohio. She was the beloved daughter of Rebecca Walton-Bell and William Walton. Carrie was preceded in death by her parents, including her mother Rebecca Walton-Bell, who also passed in the same house fire, her father William Walton who passed in 2008, and her sister, Nicky Walton.

Carrie was a proud and devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her five children, listed in order from oldest to youngest: Darriel Walton, Darnell Butler, Dontel Butler, Kevin Rivers Jr., and Kaylee Butler. She also leaves behind twelve cherished grandchildren: Quordell Butler, DeVonte Walton, Harmony Butler, Aalayah Butler, Za’Niyah Walton, Sarenity Fells, Sariyah Fells, Kevin Rivers III, Kayden Rivers, My-Layah Rivers, Ma-Leigha Rivers, Kasen Rivers, and Jayliegh Harris.

She is also survived by her brother, William Walton.

Carrie had a deep love for painting and crafting and found her greatest joy in spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was known for her vibrant spirit — a true firecracker — wild, bright, intelligent, strong, and undeniably beautiful. Carrie lived boldly, loved fiercely, and left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew her.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

She Was Fire and Light

She was fire and light ,A spark that could not be tamed. Bold in her love, fierce in her laughter, Unforgettable in every way. Though the flames took her from our sight, They could not touch her soul. She lives on in the hearts she shaped, In the love that will never grow old.