Robert M. Burton

Passed 02/09/2022

Obituary For Robert M. Burton

BURTON, Mr. Robert M., a resident of Tuskegee, AL, passed February 9, 2022 at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tuskegee, AL, Dr. J. H. Curry, Jr, Pastor.

Interment will follow in the Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, McKenzie's Funeral Home Staff, directing.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022, from 11:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

NOTICE: Please be mindful that the State of Alabama and the CDC have advised that we limit gatherings and that individuals who are ill and or are at-risk (e.g., elderly, immune-compromised) should be encouraged to stay home.

Social Distancing Practices will be observed during the visitation and service.



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God Bless. πŸ™πŸΎ

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To Howard and Kelvin and the Burton Family. May God be with you asyou lean on him for strength to carry you through. May the Angels above always guide you this bereavement and know that Love and prayers/support is all around you. That Jesus called him home because he had finished his walk and purpose here. He embedded in you both, love,compassion, cool and calm hands a great work ethic and professionalism. To treat others right. Love is Eternal and remember He is your angel. Sending you love and light. Chante'l Boyd

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Our deepest condolences, prayers and sympathy to Kelvin,Howard and The Burton Family,Friends and Love Ones.πŸ™πŸ½Mr.Burton loved The LORD,his Family and Everyone.🌹Another Soldier gone Home! May he 'Rest in Paradise and in Peace.πŸ•ŠWith the great-est of L❀️VE and respect, Sister Dorothy Mabson Woody and Family

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My deepest condolences to Howard and Kelvin in the lost of your father. Robert touched so many families in their time of need, he will be missed. Sincerely, Betty Taylor and family.

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Our condolences to Howard, Kevin and entire Burton family. For years, you've comforted so many during the time of bereavement, including the Pollard family. You're in our prayers always πŸ™πŸ½ Steve, Eric, Kelly, Jim and Carmalita...

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Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Mr. Robert M. Burton. Howard and Kevin, you'll are like family to us. We share in your Sorrow. Tamica, our sister in Christ, we love you and you'll are in our continued prayers. Larry & Mary A. Davis

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May the lord be a fence of strength and peace for the entire Burton Family. Shelia Huffman Waver and family

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So saddened to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences from the Yarbrough family.

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So saddened to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences from the Yarbrough family.

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Big brother I will miss our brotherly check in! Nephews don't hesitate to reach out. Love your Uncle Willie.

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Our sincerest condolences. We were truly saddened by the loss of Brother Burton. Your family will be in our hearts and prayers. Melissa and Alan Mathis

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To my dear Colleague and fellow Past NFDMA President Howard Burton and the family of Mr. Robert M. Burton I extend my sincere prayers and condolences to each of you. May God continue to hold each of you in the hollow of his hands. Joseph B Cutchins Jr

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OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FROM THE FAMILY OF JAMES BURTON SR. WE ARE FAMILY πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™β€

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Cousins, Our deepest condolences tour family and the entire community! Cousin Robert touched many lives, shared that wonderful smile, and always left us feeling good! He had such a caring gift. We honor his memory and his tremendous legacy. May God continue to comfort as only HE can. Jimmie and Shirley Rogers.

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I extend my deepest sympathies to Howard,Kelvin and the entire Burton family. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. May the soul of your father be at peace with our heavenly Father. Father Liston A. Garfield

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You touched the life of so many families. A kind humbled generous man helping so many. You will be missed by all of us. Our sincere prayers and condolences to Kevin, Howard , family, friends, and community. The Glaze Family

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Hello Howard & Kelvin, just wanted to send you our condolences and our prayers will be with you guys. We love you!!!! From your family the Denmark's

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My sincere condolences and prayers to Kevin and Howard. Your father meant alot to our family (Joe and Mary Lewis) through the years. May God give your strength during this season. Monica Lewis Purvey Owings Mills, MD

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Kelvin and Howard I am so sorry for your loss. You all had a great Dad that helped so very many people. I have been knowing your Family since John Andrew Community Hospital. I have prayed for you ALL and still is. Continue the Legacy and grow closer to each other. I love you two. Doretha Germany-Smith

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PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY. CHARLES MOLETTE

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PRAYING FOR THE BURTON FAMILY. FROM CHARLES MOLETTE AND FAMILY.

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Howard and Kelvin, we were saddened to hear of Robert's passing. He was such a kind, humble and generous man--a man among men. We pray for your comfort and healing. Charlotte and Isreal Eady--Griffin, GA

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On behalf of Bondol LABS we offer our thoughts and prayers to Howard, Kevin and the entire Burton family. Your firm is like family to us and Mr. Burton was my card playing partner. All we did was win!! May God Bless each one of you. Lorenzo Peterson

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We extend our sincere condolences to the Burton family for your loss. Mr. Burton was well loved in our family and he will be missed. Our prayers are unbounded for you and trust you will find God's peace. Dr. And Mrs. Herman B. White, Jr. and family, Naperville, IL.

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To the Family of Mr. Robert M. Burton Our sincere condolence goes out to Mr. Howard Burton & Mr. Kelvin Burton for all your community services as well as the services rendered by your Father Burton over the various years. We has suffered this Great Loss. Many Prayers from The Family of Paul & Gennie Jefferson.

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Rest in peace Mr. Burton, and blessings of comfort and peace to your family. I would like to thank you, your sons - Howard & Kevin, and staff for the many years of care and kindness always shown to my family through the funeral services planned & held at the McKenzie Funeral Home. Shalom - Felecia P.

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Kevin and Howard may God continue to hold you in his care as you celebrate the life of your father, Mr Burton was always a person with a smile on his face and a very nice personality, I remember the last time I saw him we were waiting to get our favorite food at one of the establishments here and had a great conversation. Continue to keep his memory alive. God bless you both and the rest of the family Ella Cowart

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We the Clark family offer our heartfelt condolences to the Burton family. We love you as you are apart of our family. We hold you dear to our hearts. We pray for strength and comfort during these trying times

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Offering my condolences to the Burton family. Mr. Burton will be truly missed. Praying for comfort as you go through these trying times. Look to the hill from whence comets your help. Betty Clark Heard

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Our deepest condolences to the Burton family. We send prayers of comfort and peace. Robert was an extraordinary person and will be missed dearly.

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Howard and Kelvin;We know the pain of losing a father and send our condolences at your time of need.Your father and his staff have been so kind and thoughtful in the time of needs for so many people.May GOD bless you and your family. Coach and Gloria O'Neal Tallassee, Al.

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Our deepest condolences to the Burton Family. Mr. Burton was such a humble man. His legacy lives on through Howard and Kelvin. We are praying for you. The Halls

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Deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™ Cheryl & Nikki Adams M

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Sending deepest sympathy and praying you will find peace and solace in the wonderful memories you have of a great man. Mr. Burton was always the perfect gentleman with a ready smile. The community will miss this giant of a man. God bless. Alexander and Phyllis Alston

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`I have known Robert Matt tears and we always would greet each other as "cousins". I will miss him but I realize there is a hope for the future as recorded ast John 5;28,29 AND REV 21:3,4. THE CONFORT that God give is a blessing forever mt cousins (Kelvin and Howard), from Sylvesterr and Anne Johnson

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My Condolences to the Burton Family Praying πŸ™ for you all strength May God Continue to bless you all πŸ™ Beverly Calhoun and Family πŸ™

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My Condolences to the family Praying πŸ™ for you all strength May God Continue to bless you all πŸ™ Mary Fitzpatrick and Family πŸ™

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Howard and Kelvin we were heartbroken to learn of your father's passing. We're praying for your strength and we know that God will see you through! AFD&MA Vice-President Terry & Belinda Lavender Windham Lavender's Funeral Service

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My deepest condolences as you mourn the death of Mr. Burton. The Banks Family, Houston, TX Jeanne, Ricardo, Ricardo, II and John

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Our deepest condolences to the Burton Family. Praying for the familyπŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½ Nadean Hickson and Sondra Gaffney

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To Howard,Kevin and other members,and friends of the Burton Family.My family and I share in the loss of your love one.The Macon county community and all surrounding communities have lossed a man of greatness.He was all about the RIGHT business.He was kind,patience,considerate,empathetic,and most of all he believed in God and honored his family.My family have known Robert for many,many,many years and I've never approached him on a day when I saw a change in his demeanor.Robert left a legacy in this community and others,but it will never be forgotten,because he instilled those beliefs,and values in his sons.Rest well Robert in Heaven with God.We will miss you,but will never forget you.Doris Foston Bell and FamilyπŸ™πŸΎ

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Deepest sympathy from the Robert's family

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Mr Robert M. Burton was the "Consummate Gentleman, Entrepreneur, and Scholar." He was dedicated to his family and made a positive difference in the community. Blessings upon his sons Howard and Kelvin as well as his business associates. Charlie & Lillie Hardy

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I will really miss you Uncle Robert! You were a wonderful man! Say hi to Mama for me! 😍

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To the Burton family, our deepest condolences are with you. What a legend in the community, he will be missed such a sweet and kind person. May God continue to strengthen you. Pastor George & Mary Wilson

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Howard and Kelvin Burton, your Dad I had a special work relationship Kept low key but got the job done. Instilled many values in me that proved to be very helpful in my career in the funeral industry. Gone but not forgotten Joe Lews Ozark al

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Our deepest sympathy to the Burton family and McKenzies funeral home staff. Praying for you. Clyde Windsor and family

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Howard and Kelvin, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved father. You will be in my prayers. Kenneth C. DuPree Philadelphia

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Sorry about the typo. Thanks to Robert's son's, Kevin and Howard, for sharing your father with the community. Catherine Glaze Stakely

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To the Burton family and many Mt. Olive Missionary Church members, Pastor Curry, and staff of McKenzie Funeral Home, God has called a God fearing soldier home. He left a legacy of humbleness, dignity, compassion, being real, understanding, encouraging, willing to help anyone in need, love for his fellow man, memories and a zeal to help prosper our community by fostering jobs to our young men and women who wanted and want to work in the Funeral home business. Robert, my friend, thanks for being an inspiration in my life as well as in your son's, Kevin and Board, and the many persons you nurtured down through the years. Rest my brother and thanks to your family for sharing a giant. Prayers and peace. Catherine Glaze Stakely

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Praying for the family he was a long time Friend rest in peace πŸ•ŠοΈ my friend. Mary Greathouse

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"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Mr Howard and Mr Kelvin you and your family have our Sincere Condolences and Prayers!!πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ We Truly Love you!! The Taylors

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Praying for you all. Words cannot Express..

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My sincere condolences to Kelvin and Howard during the passing of their father and my friend. I have know Robert since the mid 70s, and since that time, have had the ultimate respect for him. He remained a mild-mannered, well-respected, and quiet gentleman, who was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Truly, his passing leaves a void in the Tuskegee Community. The life he lived should serve as a guiding force for his children to continue the beautiful legacy he leaves behind.

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To the Burton Family, it has been a profound privilege meeting you guys through the office of Dr Leon Davis!!! I am humbled to have met your dad and got the opportunity to talk to him on several office visits. I found him to be a man of wisdom, dignity, and respect for other mankind. I will never forget his willingness to give me an opportunity to learn the ropes of the funeral business, which I do plan to do pursue in the upcoming future. His legacy shall live on in hearts and minds of those who embraced his kind demeanor and I pray that the lord kindly welcomed him with open arms and a smile!! To God be the glory!!! Rest In Peace Mr Burton!!! You will be missed!! Thanks for all your encouraging words!!! It was a pleasure meeting you!!!! Stay strong sons!! Much love, Chris Mays!!!

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My heartfelt sympathy goes to Kelvin and Howard during the loss of their father and my friend. I have know Robert since the early 70s, and he is one gentleman who never changed. He always remained a mild-mannered, quiet, and well-respected individual, who was always willing to help anybody in need. Truly, his passing leaves a void in the Tuskegee Community. May the life he lived serve a guiding force for Kelvin and Howard to continue his legacy Rest In Peace, Robert.

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Praying for the Burton family doing your storm. A great soldier received his wings. Jahazel Hooks-Tallassee

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Howard and Kelvin my heart goes out to you, on the loss of Uncle Man. Distance has physically kept us apart; but all of you are always present in my heart . I'm here for you. Remember to stay in "Table Order"! Love you

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Howard and Kelvin my heart goes out to you, on the loss of Man. Distance has physically kept us apart; but all of you are always present in my heart . I'm here for you. Remember to stay in "Table Order"! Love you

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Cuz. Robert. He. Ever. Told you. Nothing. That. Wasn't. Right. Rest. In. Peace. Cuz. Robert. Minister. Williard. Earl Lewis

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I have known Robert since I was a young teenager. When he started working with the McKenzie's at McKenzie Funeral home. He was always a man of honor, integrity, dignity, kind, considerate ,and very gentle with people, considerate, a perfect gentleman. He raised two wonderful young men just like him. That grandson of his was the apple of his eyes. How he loved that boy and he was so proud of him. I always looked upon him as my brother. We had very personal friendship. I will always miss Robert Edith S.Chisholm 2/12/2022

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Sending my prayers and condolences to the Burton Family. Kelvin and Howard your father was what you called a true man and a real gentleman. May the Lord bless the Burton Family.

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From the Management and Staff of Magnolia Cremations & Funeral Services, we are deeply saddened to learn of the transitioning of Mr. Robert Burton. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during these trying times. We are here for you.

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To Howard, Kelvin and the entire Burton family - Your father was one of my greatest strengths during both hours of darkness and strength. He truly demonstrated how common courtesy and care would heal the deepest pain. He encouraged folks to use their gifts to help our ENTIRE community. You are all remembered in my deepest prayers - Angela Hooten

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Our deepest sincere condolences go to Robert M. Burton family, we are so sorry for your loss. Praying and asking God to comfort, give you all strength, peace and understanding during this difficult time. Howard and Kelvin, he was a kind, nice person, friendly, helpful person and a very professional businessman. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Praying, Praying for you all. Cynthia Austin and family

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I offer sincere condolence to Kelvin, Howard and the entire Burton Family, as you experience this permanent life change. Your Father was and will always be a positive pillar of this community. He served well and professionally. To the sons, continue to uphold the legacy that your Dad has set, and you will honor his memories in doing so. God bless and sustain the Family. Marycile Echols

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My deepest sympathy to the Burton Family,sending prayers for comfort and Sweet Memories of your Father.Mary Cowan and Family

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My deepest sympathy to the Burton Family,sending prayers for comfort and Sweet Memories of your Father.Mary Cowan and Family

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May the Lord bless and keep you during this time in Jesus Name! Pastor Mae Williams

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What a Giant among men: What a Gentleman: What a Legend: What a Legacy: Our families go way back. He called me Suh (Sis). Robert, you set a great example for your sons, and they are the epitome of grace. You set a standard for Kelvin and Howard and these young men are just as kind as can be. I was invited to Robert's Birthday celebration some years ago, on the Town Square and what a celebration it was. May the good Lord comfort, strengthen and keep each of you in His loving care is my prayer. God Bless the McKenzie Funeral Home family and give you Peace. May Robert Burton Rest In Paradise. πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½ From the entire Perkins and Gordon families, Cheryl, George, Jesse and children.

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To kelvin and Howard Burton thank you for sharing your father with the world and this community well done my good and faithful servant may the work you done speak for you and the life you live rest well I can see you at the exchange counter with God getting your wings and telling God a joke you walk this earth Carry your cross and I know that you have received your crown πŸ‘‘ goodnight I'll see you in the morning

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To Howard and Kelvin - My sincere condolences and prayers to your family. Mr. Robert Burton was a true pillar in the community and will be missed. He and the McKenzie's Funeral Home staff handled arrangements for my mother and many other friends. I'm sure you will continue his and your mother's legacy. Stacey L. White

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My. Sympathy. And. Prayers. Go's out to the Burton. Family. Minister. Williard Earl. Lewis

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Thank you Mr Burton for being a great server in the tuskegee community but God has another service for you God bless the burton family Edna and Edmond henry

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What a wonderful soul. My deepest condolences to the Burton family and friends. Patricia Moon and Family

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My Sincere condolences to the family. Mr. Burton will truly be missed. Tomekia Waver

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To Howard and Kelvin, my deepest condolences and prayers are extended to you in the passing of your father. πŸ™ ~ Omar R. Vinson

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Heart-felt condolences to the Burton family & the McKenzie Funeral Home staff Pat Murphy

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Corrine Bentley Wright and Family from Atlanta,Ga, sends our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences with Love to The Burton Family, Mckenize Funeral Home Staff, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Family, The City of Tuskegee, Tuskegee University, The Community and Surrounding Communities. Thank You for his Service to so many Families down thru the Years. Professional, Humble, Empathized with others, Courtesy, Gentle, Kind and Helpful. His Legacy speaks Volume. Dedicated to his Profession, taught his son's to the upmost. Respected and Appreciated. Your appointment arrived you had to leave the flesh behind. Journey completed you, he will be missed in the flesh but will never be forgotten. Touched many Families. Psalm 23. Weeping endure for a night but Joy cometh in the Morning. Good night my brother in Jesus. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

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To the Burton Family, my Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to You all, the Community, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church,The City of Tuskegee, Tuskegee University and Surrounding Communities. Mr. Burton was. Kind, Courageous, Courteous, Professional Businessman. He was very soft spoken with Gentleness, Humility and Served anyone who needed him. He helped the Community with Grace. His presence in the flesh will be missed and never forgotten. He taught his sons to the upmost. My Prayer is that Jesus Christ will present to them a Peace that Surpass all understanding in him. The 23 Psalm. Love You and Your Staff and Family in Jesus Christ name.

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Our sincere condolences to the family Terry and Joyce Lennard

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My Sincere condolences. Mr. Burton was an honorable man and will be missed. Regina Crapps, Tallassee, AL

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Sending prayers for your family

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Sending prayers for your family

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Such a humble person. A man that exhibited true gentleman behavior. Able to make anyone comfortable in his presence. Will remember his kindness and professionalism. My sincere condolences to the family.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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