Robert E. Burton affectionately known as Bobby, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at the age of 67.
He was born on May 31, 1951, to the late Scott and Julia Burton. Bobby is also preceded in death by his son, Michael Burton; and his brother, Bill Burton.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of over 30 years, Glenda Burton; two brothers, Wayne Burton and James Burton; sister-in-laws, Julianna Burton and Alyne Burton; two sisters, Frances Fowler; and Patsy (Jimmy) Bonner; stepson, Donald Tucker; three stepdaughters, Tina Samz; Kim Melton; and Melissa Cox. Grandson, Austin Burton; 13 step-grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Bobby will be held at Ridout’s Trussville Chapel on Monday, May 13, 2019, at 1:00 pm with a visitation beginning at noon. Burial will follow at Lee’s Chapel Cemetery in Blount County.
