The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a male who was found deceased in Campbell River on Oct. 30, 2014.

He was Konstanty (Karl) Butkiewicz, aged 85, of Campbell River.

Mr. Butkiewicz was found deceased by an acquaintance in his home in Campbell River at about 5 p.m. on Oct. 30. He is believed to have died within the preceding two days.

The BC Coroners Service and Campbell River RCMP continue to investigate this death. Foul play now has been ruled out.

Mr. Butkiewicz was facing criminal charges in the death of his spouse, Caroline Doreen Surrett, who was 71 when she died on Feb. 25, 2014.

The family of Mr. Butkiewicz has been notified of his death. On behalf of family members, the BC Coroners Service asks that the media respect their privacy at this difficult time.

For further information, please contact:

Matt Brown
Regional Coroner, Island Region
BC Coroners Service
250 356-9133