Dr. Pol family deaths: Diane Pol Jr. biological mother, brother, grandson Adam James Butch, Son-in-law & more.

Dr. Jan Harm Pol is one of the older heads in the reality television world. The Michigan-based veterinarian plays the lead role in “The Incredible Dr. Pol,” and has been in the series for over a decade. With a dedicated fan base, growing success, and an illustrious career, things seem to be going right for the incredible doctor. For all his professional success, the man has faced devastating personal tragedies. His grandson Adam James Butch died at a young age in 2019 and lost his son-in-law, Gregory Butch a couple of years earlier in 2016. The death count in the Pol family further goes with the death of Dr. Pol’s brother, sister-in-law, and brother-in-law. Also, Dr. Pol’s daughter Diane Pol Jr. was just a kid when she lost her biological mother to cancer.

Death of Dinae Pol Jr. biological mother:

Diane Pol Jr. was born on March 27, 1973, to Joann, who was a friend of Diane Pol. Naming her daughter after a friend goes to show us how close Joann and Diane Pol were. While Diane Jr. was still a child, Joann was diagnosed with cancer in 1981. Even though her days were numbered, Joann made sure to raise Diane Jr. in the presence of both parents and asked Diane Pol to take her in.

Diane Jr. joined the Pol household at the age of 9 after the death of her biological mother. She was raised in Michigan alongside Charles Pol and Kathy Pol and as a grown-up Diane Jr. is thankful to both of her mothers and has gone on to show appreciation toward them.

Adam James Butch:

A product of Michigan State University, Adam had a promising future ahead of him. He worked as a certified pharmacy technician and shared a strong bond with his grandfather Dr. Jan Pol. However, tragedy struck the family leaving all to what could or would have been. Adam passed away at the young age of 23 on September 18, 2019.

For many years, Adam was fighting an uphill battle with depression. Although things seemed to be getting better for the young man of late, he was found dead in his room. His family was not ready to accept the truth and asked for privacy during the difficult time. Tributes poured in from his family and all the lives Adam touched in his short span here on earth.

According to his obituary, Adam was an easygoing person and loved by everyone he met.

“Adam was a kind hearted young man who made friends easily and was loved by everyone he met. His hobbies included making music, playing his guitar, spending time with friends and being outside.”

A look back at Adam’s Life:

Adam James Butch was born on August 20, 1996, in Saginaw, Michigan, U.S. to Gregory Butch and Kathy Butch. The eldest son in the family, Adam was followed by a sister, Rachel Butch.  Although Adam never pursued a career in the television industry, he did find himself on the television screen as Dr. Pol’s grandson. He appeared on one episode of “The Incredible Dr. Pol” entitled “Show Me the Bunny” in 2017. Family fame comes with the territory for the Pol clan, as his sister Rachel also found herself at the receiving end and appeared in two episodes from 2017-2019.

For his early education, Adam enrolled at MacGregor Elementary and St. Stanislaus Elementary. He then joined Holy Family Middle school and later switched to All Saints High School graduating in 2014. Adam was actively involved in extracurricular activities joining the varsity football team including taking membership in the National Honor Society.

After graduation, Adam pursued further education at Michigan State University. Adam also took a pharmacy technician course and gained a certificate. Upon completion, joined Rite Aid and worked as a pharmacy technician.

Adam James Butch girlfriend:

As we delve into his personal life, Adam was in a relationship with  Julia Shepherd. There is not much known about his girlfriend beside her name.

Gregory Butch:

Gregory Butch died at the age of 50 after four years of battle with cancer. Greg took his last breath on February 20, 2016, preceding his son Adam James Butch in death. Greg was married to Dr. Pol’s daughter Kathlene Pol, for twenty years. In the years of togetherness, the pair gave birth to Adam and Rachel Butch. The family of four resided in Bay City, Michigan. Gregory was an experienced Chemical technologist and worked at Dow Corning for 22 years. To him, his family came first and everything came second and the man proved it throughout his life. According to his obituary page, Gregory touched numerous lives and was remembered as a “kind soul.”

What happened to Adam James Butch mother-Kathlene?

We cannot begin to imagine the pain and sadness the family must go through. While there are no perfect words to say during the time of loss, it’s the sincerity of one’s condolences that likely can help comfort the bereaved. Kathlene had a series of tragedies befall in a couple of years. Losing her husband was not enough she had to bear the life of her young son perish. No matter what, the one left behind must stay strong and go on to live, and Kathlene has shown she is strong enough to do that. She currently resides in Bay City, Michigan. After staying single for a long time she has found solace in the arms of a man. She is currently in a relationship with Thomas Rakowski.

More death in Dr. Pol’s family:

Dr. Jan Harm Pol has three brothers, two go by his first name as Jan Pol and the other brother goes by his middle name Harm Pol. Dr. Pol also has a sister named Hennie Pol Bergveld. Dr. Pol brother Harm Pol passed away more than a decade earlier. Also, Dr. Pol’s sister Hannie lost her husband Jan Bergveld [Dr. Pol brother-in-law]. The other family loss is the death of his brother Jan Pol’s wife Bontje Pol [Dr. Pol’s sister-in-law].

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