Dorothy Jo Burford, age 89, of Montgomery, Alabama passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023. Born to Thomas Carter Graydon and Alice Holifield Graydon, she was a member of First United Methodist Church and a supporter of the arts. She loved painting and studied at Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, FL. Dody loved classical music but also favored Billy Joel, the Beatles and playing the piano. She delighted in her role as a grandmother and enjoyed her canine companion, Sweet Pea. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Alice Graydon; her husband, James Lamar Burford Jr.; and her brother, Stuart F. Graydon. Mrs. Burford is survived by her son, James Lamar Burford III; her daughter, Laura Lynne Burford; grandchildren, Dorothy Alice Rolen and Lacey Pickering (Paul) Silvey; 6 great-grandchildren and a sister, Patsy G. Hill.
A family graveside service for Mrs. Burford will be held Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Greenwood Serenity Memorial Gardens, 909 Lincoln Rd, Montgomery, Alabama 36109. A Friends and Family Visitation and a Memorial Service will follow at First United Methodist Church of Montgomery, AL at 11:00 and 12:00 respectively.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Mona Glover, Mamie Jones, Sandra Wilson, Bessie Pugh, Julia Davis, Paul Silvey and Rick Graydon.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dorothy's memory may be made to First United Methodist Church Sacred Arts Ministry; or Embrace Alabama Kids.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Burford family.
