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BRUCE BURTON Obituary

BURTON, Bruce A. Of Natick died unexpectedly on February 17, 2013 after being stricken at his residence earlier that day. Beloved son of Stanley G. Burton and Evelyn R. (Hardy) Burton of Natick. Loving father of Chloe Sasso Burton and Spencer Sasso Burton of Waltham. Devoted brother of Craig R. Burton of Natick; Kathleen A. Arnold and her husband Robert L. of Westborough; John A. Burton and his companion Kathleen McCauley of East Boston and Robert W. Burton and his wife Maura of Franklin. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand- nephews. Private family visitations and services will be held at their convenience. A Celebration of Bruce's life will be held at a later date at a time and place to be announced. In lieu of flowers his family suggests memorial gifts in Bruce's memory may be sent to the American Diabetes Assoc., 10 Speen St, 2nd Floor, Framingham, MA 01701 or the American Heart Assoc., PO BOX 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. For online condolences, please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to the care of the John C. Bryant Funeral Home of WAYLAND.

Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2013.
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You are so missed. Still think of you quite often! hope your family is celebrating your memory of giving and kindness.
Janie Johnstone Allen

Janie Johnstone Allen

Friend

February 15, 2021

Janie ALLEN

February 14, 2019

Bruce you were a great friend and coworker. We had a lot of laughs working together and outside of work. Rest In Peace my friend, youll be forever missed.

John Watters

Friend

February 13, 2019

You are so missed Bruce. No one ever as special as you! Forever special in my heart! ❤ Prayers to your wonderful family.

JanieAnn Allen

Friend

February 13, 2019

Happy Birthday, Bruce. I miss you, my friend.

Trey

February 9, 2015

Mr. & Mrs Burton and family. I am so very sorry to hear the news. I am totally in shock, I came on his facebook page to say hi, As you know I will always hold dear lots of wonderful memories with Bruce. He was a very special guy and will be very missed.

Janie Allen

October 30, 2013

June 7, 2013

I first met Bruce while working at Shaw and we instantly became friends. Before long I began to affectionately refer to Bruce as ‘Bustoff'. For several years he was my golf partner and we often played basketball together (I can still hear him shout ‘how are you going to stop that' every time he made a basket). I don't believe we ever had a conversation that didn't involve many laughs. I find it hard to believe he is no longer with us. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy go to Jackie, Chloe, Spencer and the entire Burton family. Bruce will be truly missed.

Gerry Supple

March 11, 2013

I worked with Bruce during his entire tenure at Stone & Webster/Shaw. He was a man who always had a story (never short) and knew every city/town road and highway in Massachusetts and New England. Wonderful sense of humor and was critical to our email support at work. We will miss him dearly. When a public memorial has been arranged please let me know. There are many of us who would be interested in attending. Thanks ([email protected])

Thomas Wrobel

February 26, 2013

DEAR STAN AND EVEALYN:
We are so sorry to hear the sad news of your loss. our sincere sympathy to you and your family.

PEPE AND VIRGINIA ALBANESE

VIRGINIA & PEPE ALBANESE

February 25, 2013

will always remember bruce as the fastest kid on our track team and was a great at the shot put.

doug lindsey

February 24, 2013

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

February 22, 2013

I met Bruce only once, and only several weeks ago. I've been hoping to see him again. He made ours an instant friendship. Brief as it was and although we all may feel somewhat cheated in the end, the memories are where our wealth in knowing him lie.
Very best regards to those that knew Bruce so well. B~

February 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Bruce's family, we went to Natick High together and when I think of him I remember his smile and wonderful laugh.
May you find peace knowing he is in the Lord's arms now. God Bless all you.

Janet Dunbar

February 21, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing.I worked with Bruce many years ago for his father Stan and we had many good times together.My prayers go out to his family.Rest in peace my friend,I'll never forget you.

John Watters

February 21, 2013

Joe Dwyer

February 21, 2013

Once again, a family member was taken from us too soon. When I think of Bruce, I can't help but smile. I recall the happy times -- walking through the woods and swimming in the lake, Christmases at Nana's house, family cook-outs and gatherings, parties at the house in Haverhill. He had the power to make anyone laugh, in any situation, and always took a humorous look at things. He always had a smile on his face.

Auntie Ev, Uncle Stan, Craig, Kathy, John and Bob: No words can express the sadness I feel in my heart. I know only too well what you're going through right now. Bruce's passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew him.

I hope you can find peace in the memories of the wonderful life he has lived.

My love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

"Cousin" Linda

February 21, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Burton family.My family has lots of fond memories of the Burtons.So sorry for your loss.

Kathy Fagan

February 20, 2013

Spencer and the Burton Family - Cody and I will miss Bruce very much. He was one of my greatest friends and one of the truly good guys. My condolences. Dan (Lt.Dane)

Daniel McIntyre

February 20, 2013

My Dearest Mr. and Mrs. Burton and family, I thank you from the deepest part of my heart, for such a wonderful friend.
Moose. You will always be a pillar of strength, positive direction, and comedy in my life. I know you so well. On this day, if I was to focus on loss and sadness, I would let you down. On this day, if I focus and reflect on your fortitude, respect, family love, humor, care, honesty, and hope -- than I am living with what you stand for. Even during this time, you generate strength and love in all of us. Myself, Patches, Coonce, Doug and You were a team. I love you, and I will continue to apply all you have taught me in our 52 year friendship. Memories never fade.
Tom

Tom

February 20, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss,Bruce will be deeply missed

Charles Sweeney

February 20, 2013

My sympathy to Bruce's family. A life taken too young. I will miss Bruce.

Doug Kerr

February 20, 2013

My heart breaks for Aunt Evie & Uncle Stan and all the kids. I feel your pain. Bruce always had such a big heart and touched so many lives. He would always make me laugh when the cousins saw each other. Mom, Dad, and Steve have taught me that one is never truly gone who lives in the hearts and minds of those they leave behind. I love and miss you all.

Sandy Cleary

February 20, 2013

Jackie, Chloe and Spencer we are so sorry for your loss, you have our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Geib Family

February 20, 2013

John, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I only met Bruce a handful of times, I always ended up laughing...

Ellen Fogarty

February 20, 2013

Bruce - I'm a better person for knowing you. Thanks for being a such a great friend. I will miss you and your sense of humor and laugh. May you be forever on your bike with the wind at your back on that winding highway in the sky.

Love,

Trey

Trey Cook

February 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Bruce.

Kelly Godden

February 20, 2013

I didn't know him for very long but Bruce made freinds really easy at my bike shop, will miss his big hearty laugh and was great fun to ride with.other Guzzi riders missing him inclued Tom,Rich,Gary,John,Kevin,and Robert. R.I.P Buddy :-(

February 20, 2013

My condolences to the family.

Robert Ziegler

February 20, 2013

February 20, 2013

Alway a smile and a laugh you will be missed.

Lenny Lefman

February 20, 2013

Dear Jackie, Chloe & Spencer, so very sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories you have bring you comfort. With our love and prayers, The Tabeek Family

February 20, 2013

God bless you, Bruce. -Catherine Lacause

February 20, 2013

You will be missed man. Rest In Peace!

Scott Gaudet

February 19, 2013

I'm Gonna Miss You Brucie....
I Love Ya, and Missing You Already ....
Jackie, Spencer, Cloe, Family and Friends... Bruce had a Lot of Friends in Baton Rouge as Well.....Ya'll knew him Best, But His Big Heart said "Love" to everyone !!!!
I'm Glad we were Friends, not just x co workers .......

Frank Fertitta

February 19, 2013

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