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RICHARD BURTON Obituary

BURTON, Richard Matthew, 78, of Richmond, died August 24, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard W. Burton and Eva Mae Burton; sister, Hazel Massey. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn J. Burton; children, Richard E. Burton (Teresa), Victoria Poarch (Coleman), Samuel W. Burton (Brenda) and Matthew F. Burton (Debbie); grandchildren, Brandon, Nicole, Justin, Nicholas and Ricky; great-grandchildren, Trinity, Nevaeh and Amanda; two brothers and one sister. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from Patrick Chevrolet and a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Memorial services to be held at Antioch Baptist Church, Sandston, Va. on August 30, 2013 at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 28, 2013.

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Brandon Poarch

August 29, 2013

I love you to the moon and back always and forever papa

Bryan Wade

August 28, 2013

Uncle Richard was always so kind to me when we visited. He was a good man husband,and father. I will miss him very much. Love and prayers for my family.

Sam Burton

August 28, 2013

I love u dad Sam

August 28, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Brenda and Joe Hayes and Granddaughter, Danielle

Loren Johnson

August 28, 2013

Burton Family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you. May you find comfort in each other cherishing wonderful memories.

August 28, 2013

I remember going over to Sam's parents house often with Brenda years ago when our kids were smaller and he was always such a kind man. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

Crystal Nuckols

August 28, 2013

Love you Uncle Richard

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