Burton, Elizabeth Ann Betty (1917-2004)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 2004 Sep 27 p. 8

Birth date: 1917 Feb 6

text of obituary:

ELIZABETH ANN BURTON

Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Burton, 87, died Aug. 9, 2004, in Glendale, Ariz. She was born on Feb. 6, 1917, to Earl Merwin and Lydia Ann (Reynolds) Burton in Detroit, Mich. She was the third of seven children.

Her strong faith and commitment to serve God in the local church was a blessing to congregations in Indiana, Colorado and Arizona. With her dear friend Matilda Gage, she served the church in whatever ways were needed. Many young lives were changed as a result of their commitment.

She worked throughout her life for many companies and organizations as a bookkeeper. She had a reputation for detailed and meticulous work.

Relationships with people, whether at work, at home or at church, were always the most important part of her life. She invested her time and resources in sharing the experiences and wisdom God had given her. She was a great joy to the many people who knew her, and the faithfulness of her life continues to impact the lives of those God allowed her to touch.

Survivors include a sister, Thelma Lockwood of Ohio; and a brother, Al and his wife, Winnie, of Baldwin, N.Y.

A memorial service was held in Glendale, Ariz., and another will be held at Shore Mennonite Church in Shipshewana, Ind.