Obituary of Bill Burton

Burton, John William 'Bill' - Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at the Brantford General Hospital on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 ten days short of his 79th birthday. Beloved husband of 50 years to Valerie (nee Babstock). Loving father of Trevor and Adam (Tisha). Cherished "Poppy" of Aiden, Marcy and Ruthie-Marie. Dear brother of Jeannie Jordan and Carolynn Robertson. Special brother-in-law of Jean Husted. Predeceased by an infant daughter and his parents Les and Ruby Burton and sisters Louise Burton and Sharlene Byrnell, brothers in law Ron Byrnell, David Jordan and Allen Husted. Bill will be missed by many dear nieces, nephews cousins and friends. Bill was a proud employee of Bell Canada for 33 years. After his retirement Bill found great enjoyment working for Shopper's Home Health Care. Bill had a passion for telephones and was part of the telephone pioneers. Over the years Bill was an avid model train enthusiast and part of the train club and RC planes with the Brant flyers. Bill enjoyed spending time with his family and travelling in the RV. The family would like to express their gratitude to the caring nurses and staff of B7 at the Brantford General Hospital, the John Noble Day Program and to Sandra Dostal for her help, guidance and support. Friends will be received at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Ave., on Sunday, April 10, 2022 from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm. A Funeral Service will follow in the chapel at 2:00 p.m.Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to the Alzheimer's Society-Brant County or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Bill in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest.