Catherine, also known as "Peaches & Grandma", was born in Houston Tx. to Anthony LaFaso and Lola Sharpe LaFaso into a large Italian family. She had a wonderful brother, Samuel Anthony, along with 30 aunts and uncles who have all preceded her in death. She always said she had cousins by the dozens who were always up or a good time. Daily rituals were hugs, kisses, and prayers. She led a fairytale life.
Catherine married Leslie Ray Burton, Jr. on Sept. 1, 1954 and went on and extended honeymoon to 57 years. As a coach’s wife, she loved sports, particularly football and baseball. She would watch both for hours. She also enjoyed gambling, especially the slot machines. Les and Catherine made annual trips to Las Vegas for a little gambling, shows, and they never missed eating at “Battista’s Whole in the Wall”. They also made frequent trips to Lake Charles. Catherine retired from HISD and enjoyed a long fulfilling retirement with Les. The only rain that fell on her parade was when Les passed away in 2012. He frequently gave her flowers, books & See’s candy. Her son, Leslie, followed in his footsteps and provides all these things.
Catherine was preceded in death by the love of her life, Leslie Ray Burton, Jr., parents Anthony and Lola Lafaso and brother, Anthony LaFaso. She is survived by wonderful sons: , Leslie Ray Burton III and wife Debbie, Kelly Lane Burton and wife Beth. They have provided her little darlings: Hunter Ruslan, Kendall Grace, Blake Anthony and Audrey Lane Burton. Her favorite saying was “I love you more” which was said often to her precious grandchildren.
After Leslie’s death, she moved in with Les, Debbie & Hunter. She viewed each day as an adventure, retiring each night with a glass of wine and Charlie the dog.
Family service in funeral home at 10:00 and graveside prayer at 11:00, on Monday, July 10, 2023.
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