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William Burton Obituary
NEWFIELD - William "Bill" B. Burton, age 60, of Newfield, died Thursday, December 6, 2007, morning at Corning Hospital. Bill was born in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Bernard M. and Marguerite I. Burton.
Bill was an avid fisherman and bowler. His favorite pastime was watching sports on TV. He was also a retired machinist at Shepard Niles in Montour Falls. He was a member of the Eagle Club and the Moose Lodge in Montour Falls.
Survivors include his companion of 20 years, Deanna Brown; two sisters, Barbara A. (David) Wilmoth and Sharon (John) Eastlack; one nephew, David Wilmoth; an adopted son, Raymond A. Brown Jr.; two nieces, Linda (Jeff) Knickerbocker and Tina Morris; two great-nephews, five great-nieces, two great-great-nieces; an aunt, Doris Burton.
Friends and family may call Monday, December 10, 2007 from 1 p.m. until time of 2:00 p.m. funeral Service at the Herson Funeral Home. Burial will be private in Willow Glen Cemetery, Dryden. If desired, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Assn. or to the American Heart Assn.
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Stan and Barb Woolever
December 11, 2007
Deanna,
We wish to comfort you in every way possible. Bill is resting in peace now and watching over you. We send our sincere condolences to you and all of Bill's family.
Peace, Love and Wonderful Memories of Bill Be With You Always.
Mary Hayward
December 10, 2007
Dee and family,
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing, he is at rest now. He gave it a good fight. Blessings to all
Lorraine Hobbie
December 8, 2007
Deanna,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the love of family and friends comfort you. You will have the memories forever.
God Bless
Lorraine Hobbie
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