Burton: Gary.
It is with profound sadness that we must announce the passing of Gary Burton. Taken far too soon, on Monday May 28th, 2012, after a brief battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Joan (Letts). He will forever remain in the hearts of his 4 children, Shelley (Brian Sage), Sharon, Penny (Rick Coleman), and Richard (Mary-Anne). A loving Papa to Joshua, Roger, Amanda, Elexias, Adam, Shelby, Mitchell, and Sophie. Special Papa Burt to his great-grand daughter Hannah. Sadly missed by his sisters: Betty, and his twin sister Carol. He’ll join in Heaven his brothers: Cleve, Harry, Ray, and his sister: Bonnie. Remembered by his extended family and many friends.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Wednesday May 30th, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel Thursday May 31st, 2012 at 11:00 am. For those who wish, donations in Gary’s memory to Trinity United Church (Centre Street, Beeton) or the Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP Foundation Fighting Blindness, 890 Yonge St., 12th Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3P4) would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Muriel Case says
I am so sorry for your loss. The Burton family has a special place in my memories of my childhood in Carville.
Muriel Case
Joan Thomson & Family, Edmonton AB says
Dear Joan, Shelley, Sharon, Penny and Richard,
I am so sorry for your loss of a great husband and father.
I remember Gary as such a nice and friendly man always good natured and with a great sense of humour. He will be missed by many I am sure.
Joan Thomson, Edmonton (Tottenham)
Jim & Marge Hamill says
Dear Joan and Family
We were so sorry to hear of
Gary’s passing. Our deepest
sympathy to you and your family.
Jim and Marge Hamill
Grant Morton says
Joan: I am so thankful that Dave & I got to see Gary and spend some time with both of you. Both of us have fond memories working for him at Loblaws when we were teenagers. Also the good memories at Musselman’s Lake and at the “Bucket”. Our love is with you and your family. Our sincere condolences. Margaret & Grant Morton
Raymond and Brenda Lisk says
Garry always brightened the room with his smile and good nature. He made our community a better place, always willing to pitch in and contribute. One of the earliest memories I have of Garry was as our baseball coach who brought joy to the game for a group of young boys in Beeton.
philip and erin dipalma says
Shelly Sage and family…our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family.xoxo
Sheila Patton says
Joan and family, I’m not always good with words so I will share these thoughts of Leo Buscaglia’s and hope you find some comfort in them. “I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.”. Sheila
Sharon Beauvais says
My condolences to the family. Gary was a special man. We have great memories of the Burton family, as our neighbours and our friends.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
love Sharon
Gary Coleman says
Dear Joan and Family. Gary was a special guy– a gentle man that loved a goodtime, was always friendly, always funny and always laughed easily even at bad jokes. I admired the value he placed on his family and I know that the many wonderful memories of times with him will help you through this trying time.
Frank H. Madigan says
Dear Joan:
I was sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I only met him a few times but that was enough to recognize him as a gentleman.
I am afraid that time and distance do not allow me to attend the service with the Lady G.
My sincere sympathy. Please give my condolences to your family…
Take care,
Frank Madigan
Paul Burton says
My Uncle Gary – ALWAYS made me laugh! He will be sadly missed by all of those that knew him.
Gord & Linda Armstrong says
Joan & family
we are saddened by your loss. He was a “handy man to have around.We will miss him at the church at the Florida mobile but nothing to how much you will miss him.So sorry for your loss.
Lynne & Mike Madaleno says
Joan and family: Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Shelley Bonnyman says
Dear Joan: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marilyn Hatfield says
Joan, I am so saddened by Gary’s passing. I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. God Bless You!
Marilyn
Catherine Nascimanto says
From:Catherine,Chuck,Dominique & Erik.
To: Sharon and family.
Gone from your sight and touch but not from your heart and memory.
Loretta and Bob Candy says
Dear Joan: Bob and I send you our deepest sympathy. Bob remembers Gary as that young guy that we played cards with. In our prayers always.
Brent Chadwick says
Joan, so sorry to hear about Gary thinking of you and your family.
Rev. Phil Dallimore says
Joan, so sorry to hear this news. I remember Gary well from our time in Beeton. He was always ready to lend a hand at the church, and was well-respected in the community. You raised a wonderful familiy together, and I hope you will find some comfort in one another. Our love and best wishes. Rev. Phil and Lori Dallimore
joanne proper-thorley says
t this time of great sorrow.May God give you strenght to carry on.
Ann Proper-Thorley
Carol Taylor says
Judy, Sandra and Carol send condolences to the family, and to sister Betty in particular. Our thoughts are with you.
Jim & Mae Aiken says
Our deepest sympathy to Joan and Family.
Appreciated Gary’s kind words on Jimmie’s behalf at County Council on his retirement.
Jim & Mae Aiken
Warren Holmes says
Joan, Shelley, Sharon, Penny & Richard,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. God bless.
Randy & Dorene Lemire says
Dear Joan: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
The Beram Family says
Our sincere condolences to all of your families.
Bob & Pat Jackson says
Joan & Family
Our sincere sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you.
Bob & Pat Jackson
Shirley Ross says
Dearest Joan & family… my sincere condolences to all, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time…cherish the memories….God Bless…much love…..Shirl….xxoo