George A. Burton Jr.

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George A Burton, Jr

George A. Burton, Jr. was born June 21, 1926 in Texarkana, AR., passed away June 10, 2014 in Little Rock, Ar. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Joan Burton, his son, George Burton III and his parents George and Theo Burton. Surviving family members are daughter Sandy Batten and her husband Rick Batten. Mr. Burton moved to Alexandria, LA at an early age and entered Welchton in Rapides Parish at age 5.

His family moved to Shreveport in 1935 where he attended Line Ave Elementary School and Byrd High. While at Byrd, he was President of High-Y and a member of Delta Phi Omega. After graduation, he volunteered in the U S Navy Seabees at age 16 and served as a member of The 107th NCB and the USS Core CVE. After an honorable discharge, Mr. Burton qualified as a private pilot and also joined Dunn and Bradstreet. After graduation from Centenary College, he was employed by Operkuch, McGuirt, Watts and West CPA Firm in 1949 and became a partner in 1953. In 1954, he opened his private CPA practice and completed Law Classes at Centenary. Mr. Burton took great pride in performing his civic duties and being active in the following Organizations. Elected Commissioner of Finance City of Shreveport. First Republican elected to a major full time Office in Louisiana 1971. Honorary Lifetime member Shreveport Jacyees, Honorary Lifetime member Jaycee Intl Senator, Honorary Lifetime Member Jr ROTC Parents Club, Director and Treasurer Centenary Alumni Association, Founding Board Member of East Ridge Country Club, Life Member Disabled American Veterans, Director and Treasurer Legal Aid Society, Two Time President JR ROTC Parents Club, Past President Shreveport Jaycees, Past VP Louisiana Jaycees, Charter Member and Secretary/Treasurer Sertoma Club, President Caddo Parish Board of Election Supervisors 1978-2008, Member LA CPA Society Legislative Committee, Trustee LA CPA Society of CPA's, American Institute Of CPA's, Louisiana Society of CPA's, Association of Governmental Accountants, Chairman Caddo Parish Republican Executive Committee 1960-1980. Accounting instructor Centenary College, Helped establish Independence Bowl, Helped bring business to Shreveport, including GM., Secretary LA Republican State Central Committee 1972-1980, Study Committee, School Board Bond Issue Study Committee, School Board Rapid Learner Study Committee, Caddo Parish Police Jury Study Committee.

A Memorial Service will be held at Lane Chapel, Noel Memorial United Methodist Church on Friday, June 20th at 10:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the charity of choice.

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Published by Shreveport Times on Jun. 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for George Burton

9 Entries

Pat

June 28, 2014

You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. (John 17:3)

Susan Fagan

June 21, 2014

Sandy,
I remember your Dad as a kind and sweet man I was lucky to have him as A Uncle. He loved family and the times at our Grandmothers and Fathers house when we were all together.
Susan

June 18, 2014

I have fond memories of Commissioner Burton. He always showed respect to me as a young and naïve City employee and offered valuable advice. We need men like him today in all levels of our government.
Al Sumrall

Toni (Seago) Medford

June 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My parents and Aubrey and Theo were good friends. Have pictures that he could have had but had no idea where he was located. May God help you through this and let your memories keep him close.

June 16, 2014

Sandy, your Father, was such a kind man. Adu and I have fond memories of he and your mother. So sorry for your loss. He loved you so.

Francene Miller

June 15, 2014

Mr. Burton was such a dedicated professional...and a true gentleman.

Ernie Roberson

June 15, 2014

Mr. Burton, your wisdom and knowledge of "why" election law was created a certain way has been missed by all of us at the Registrar's office. I learned so much from you. Thank you for shepherding me along in my career and sharing your expertise. I enjoyed every story you told me. Godspeed...

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

June 15, 2014

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to George A. Burton, Jr. our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for George. And to George it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving as a SeaBee in a U.S. Navy Construction Battalion. George, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to George's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

James Mazariz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Sandy Batten

June 15, 2014

Miss you Daddy

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