Len Samuel Burton

Len Samuel Burton

Len Burton Obituary

Published by Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home, Inc. - Springfield on Nov. 10, 2015.
Len was born on August 12, 1929 and passed away on Friday, November 6, 2015. Len was a resident of Springfield, Missouri at the time of his passing. Len graduated from Magnolia High School as an honor student and was awarded an athletic football scholarship to Arkansas State Teachers College now Southern Arkansas University in Conway Arkansas. Len joined the Air Force and became a Jet Fighter Pilot serving during the Korean War. He was married to Patsy. A memorial service will be held at Schweitzer United Methodist Church 2747 E. Sunshine Springfield MO at 12:30pm Monday November 16 2015 with Rev. George Tanner and Rev. Bob Casady officiating under the direction of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Inurnment with Full Military Honors immediately after the service will be at Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinsonâs Disease Foundation or Schweitzer United Methodist Church.

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January 8, 2016

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November 9, 2015

Roxanne Newton - FBI posted to the memorial.

November 9, 2015

Jan Myers posted to the memorial.

Andrew Banks

January 8, 2016

Len spent several mornings in the fall of 1990 showing and telling me about the FBI. I was 13, in a class called Mentorship, where a grown-up showed you the ropes of a job you might be interested in.

I never become an agent, but I will always remember Len's kindness --- and how I had a hard time keeping up with him going up the stairs up to his office. He wouldn't take the elevator!

On our last day, he took me up his plane.

My stepfather, who also worked for the government, knew and admired Len too.

Len is an inspiration. He set the bar high, and he was hard to keep up with.

Roxanne Newton - FBI

November 9, 2015

My condolences to the Burton family at this time of great loss. May you all find peace in our Heavenly Father and the love of friends and family.

Jan Myers

November 9, 2015

Lisa, Marleigh and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Jan Myers

November 9, 2015

The ultimate brother in law with a family to match.Glen Love to all ,

November 9, 2015

We are sorry to learn of the passing of Len, but are grateful for his service to our country, including his (and Patsy's) service with the Peace Corps in Nepal.

Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association

Dale, Nancy and Hugh Maples

November 9, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Burton was always gentle and kind and will be remembered that way. Please know that you are in our thoughts.

Martha Johnson

November 8, 2015

Lisa Melissa sent this to me tonight sorry for your loss of your Dad. May God comfort you and your family at this time.

November 8, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss ladies.I bet he was a wonderful man,I pray the the Lord will surround you with love and comfort,and I'm sure he will surround you as well love you guys... Tiqua

Kim and Tom McLaughlin

November 8, 2015

So sorry for your loss Weldon. Your father sounded like an amazing man! We will always miss our fathers!

Nancy Colbaugh

November 8, 2015

Condolences to the family. I have always admired Lisa's dad!

Karen Culp

November 8, 2015

Rest in peace, Mr. Len. You were a great man who did many great things.

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