Jerry Glenn Burton's Obituary
Jerry Glenn Burton
On Sunday, September 2nd, 2018, Jerry Glenn Burton was welcomed into Heaven to be with our Lord and Savior. Jerry was born in Winter Haven, Florida to Emily Kathleen and Eddie Burton Sr. on August 16th, 1955. He has lived in Manatee County, Florida for over 30 years, most recently residing in Ellenton, Florida. He loved his church, and was a longtime active member of Bible Baptist Church. Jerry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, was a patriot, an avid reader, and enjoyed traveling. He worked in retail management for most of his life.
Predeceased by his parents Eddie Burton Sr. And Emily Kathleen Burton, two brothers Eddie Burton Jr. and Larry Burton, and one sister Barbara Phillips. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 1/2 years, Sandy Burton; daughter, Kelley Burton; two sisters, Deanna Stein (Larry) and Jaqueline Conner (Byron); stepchildren, Julie Vaccaro (Tim), Sarah Handley (Mike), Theresa Marquette (Zach), and Marcos Alvarez (Carolyn); and 13 grandchildren.
Arrangements are being made through Skyway Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. The family would like to express our thanks for the wonderful help and care given by Manatee Memorial Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Bible Baptist Church Mission Fund at : 2113 57th Street East, Bradenton, Florida 34208.
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