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Dean Burton Obituary
He was the son of the late David "Pete" Burton Jr., and Jean S. Burton. He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Mary W. Burton, and brother, David K. "Wayne" Burton Jr. Dean was a member of Swift Creek Baptist Church, the N.A. and AA fellowship, and was a registered nurse at Southside Regional Medical Center. He loved to play poker and was an avid fisherman.
Dean is survived by the mother of his children, Teresa Smith Burton of Colonial Heights, his daughter, Brittany F. Burton of Colonial Heights and her fiancé, Aaron Cook of Chester; a son, Brendan D. Burton of Colonial Heights; sisters, Karla B. Pruitte of Colonial Heights, Kimberly A. Roberts and husband, Timothy, of Prince George, Stefanie L. Eads and husband, Matthew, of Colonial Heights, Crystal R.L. Burton and fiancé, Dwayne Nixon, of Colonial Heights; a brother, Donald Burton of Capron; and numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends. He is also survived by his loving pet, Nina Burton.
A funeral service will take place at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with speaker Mike Davis officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at the funeral home. Flowers are welcomed or contributions can be made to the Tri-City Club, 100 River St., Petersburg, VA 23803. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dean Burton
Paige Beach
October 22, 2008
Teresa,Stephanie,Kim,
I am so sorry to hear about Dean. I will always remember how helpful he was to me during my training. Please remember that he will always be in your heart,as he will be in mine.
Love to all,
Paige Beach
Dorothy Drumheller
October 16, 2008
I was so sorry to hear that Dean passed. I knew him many, many years ago from playing foozball. I also used to see him at the ball field with Brendon. Your family is with my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Dorothy
betty wootten-arwood
October 14, 2008
Karla,
I am so sorry about Dean. We all had alot of good times in the 60"s. He was my dad's(smokey)nurse 5 years ago at john randolph. Seeing him brought back alot of memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ashley (& Andrew) Rhodes
October 14, 2008
Teresa,Brittany,Brendan, & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dean touched so many lives over the years with his open door policy. I spent many of days (and nights) taking him up on that. He will be missed! Love you guys!!
Courtney Daniel-Newman
October 14, 2008
I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Dean. Although I have not see him in 3 years I do remember his humor and his joy for life. I hope you find comfort in knowing he is in a better place now. My thoughts and prayers are with you Teresa, Brittany, and Brendan.
RICHARD & MARSHA MARCHIANO AND FAMILY
October 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 14, 2008
Brittany & Brendan -
Your Father is always with you. He's the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street, He's the smell of certain foods you remember, places you have been and cologne that he wore, he's the hand on your shoulder when you're feeling down, he's your breath in the air on a cold winter's day.
He is the sound of the rain that lulls you to sleep, the colors of a rainbow, he is Christmas morning. Your Father lives inside your laughter. And he's crystallized in every tear drop. A father shows every emotion........... Happiness, sadness, fear, jealousy, love, hate, anger, helplessness, excitement, joy, sorrow.....and all the while, hoping and praying you will only know the good feelings in life.
He's the place you came from, and he's the map you follow with every step you take. He's your first love, your first friend, even your first enemy, but nothing on earth can separate you. Not time, not space.......not even death….
Patrick Mason
October 13, 2008
After having seen Dean over the last week, I am relieved and comforted by the fact that he is now free from suffering and in a wonderful place.
Dean touched so many hearts and literally saved so many lives, perhaps even my own. I will forever miss his physical presence, but there will always be a part of him with me.
My sincerest sympathies especially to you Brittany and Brendan.
If we can do anything to mutually grieve his loss to us, and celebrate his entrance to paradise, we remain here for you at any time.
Patrick and Family
Anonymous
October 13, 2008
Dean,
You saved my miserable life when it really wasn't worth saving.
You taught me how to have fun and have fun clean & sober. I knew how to survive while using but you taught me how to live clean.
I love and miss you.
My prayers go out to your son, daughter & your family members.
I'll see you when my numbers up.
Later Gator.
jewel gilliam
October 13, 2008
We will miss you but know you are in a better place,you will always be a legend in NA and AA, may god be with Teresa, brendon and Brittany and know I am here for all of you.
Patty Pope
October 13, 2008
Teresa and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about Dean. My prayers are with you all.
Ken and Patty Pope
tim mackin
October 13, 2008
to the family of dean my prayers an thoughts are with you all during this time of sorrow. may god bring comfort to all .god bless . tim
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