Burton Murray Fain

Fain, Burton, 89, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. He was the beloved husband of Lois (Jagolinzer) Fain, brother of the late Robert Fain, and the devoted son of the late Florence and Harry Fain. Born in Providence, he died May 31st. Burt graduated from Brown University class of 1947 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He interrupted his college education to serve in the Army Air Corps during WWII. After serving as vice president of Walco Electric Company for 20 years, he established his own company, Burton Industries, a manufacturer of electronic motors, drives and controls. As president, Burt expanded business internationally and oversaw plants in Rhode Island, Connecticut and North Carolina. The company designed and built the motor drive system for a new steel rolling mill in China, which at the time was the fastest in the world. After selling Burton Industries, Burt worked in sales and consulting at Safe-Way Electric Motor Company until recently. Many former employees have expressed appreciation for Burt's encouragement and mentoring, helping them to establish their own successful businesses. Burt was a past president of the American Institute of Plant Engineers. He was a board member at St. Dunstan’s School and Mount Hope Day Care Center. Burt was a member of Temple Beth-El. He was a supporter of the annual Jagolinzer Concert at Brown University and an avid supporter of Camp Dotty, a camp for children with cancer. His wife Lois Fain and her sister Marion Goldsmith founded the camp in memory of Burt’s beloved niece Dorothy Goldsmith Jansma. Burt was an avid golfer, fisherman, tennis player and devoted sports enthusiast. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Debra Fain and her late husband Paul Murphy, a son, Frederick Fain, and grandchildren Michael Fain, Grant Rodgers, and Brittany Harrison Rodgers. He also leaves many cherished nephews and nieces. Burt and his wife Lois adored and deeply respected each other. They enjoyed travelling the world, eating Chinese food, spending winters in Florida, playing Gin Rummy and being with friends and family. They just celebrated their 65th anniversary on May 28th. The funeral is at Temple Beth-El, Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 12:00PM. Shiva will be held at his late residence; Wednesday evening 7-9, Thursday afternoon 2-4, and Thursday night 7-9. Donations may be made to the Leslie Yale Gutterman Religious School Endowment or the charity of your choice.