Horace Larry Burton
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Horace Larry Burton

  • June 13, 1926 - February 7, 2012
  • Payson, Utah
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“a candle for Larry, and your family. We will miss him, but aren't we grateful for the gospel. We all know he is in a better state now, and we...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: Chad & Michelle Hulet - payson, UT

“We were so sorry to hear about your loss. We apologize for not making the viewing, but we were out of town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Connie and Brad Mattinson - UT

“Larry became my friend about 10 years ago, he was my teacher in Jr High but I was just a kid. We got to know each other personally over the past few...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Brian Gasser - Payson, UT

“I was saddened to see that Larry Burton (Mr. Burton) has passed away. What a great guy he was. Among his virtues was the even temperament required...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Charles Bruce Hall - Nephi, UT

“I have many memories of Larry. When I moved to Utah from Indiana and began teaching History and Geography at Payson Junior High, Larry took me under...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Warren Shenk - Springville, UT

“Curtis, I am sorry about your dad. I know how much you cared for him and how much you will miss him. ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Jean Cormani - Mesquite, NV

“I enjoyed Mr Burton's friendly demeanor in Jr. High. He was a wonderful teacher, excellent citizen, and a great example. My thoughts and prayers are...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Steve Orton - Provo, UT - student

“I remember Mr. Burton as one of the best teachers I ever had. He made going to school fun. I am sad to read of his passing. My prays are with you at...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Joe Mower - Price, UT - student

“I always felt welcome when visiting Uncle Larry and Aunt Geraldine both as a youth and in recent years. He's a very warm and loving man. You're in...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Les Curtis - Payson, UT - Nephew

“I have many found memories of Mr Burton, a fine teacher and great example for so many young people. Thank You Mr. B. RIP ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Terry Greenhalgh - Wadsworth, OH

“I have many fond memories of Uncle Larry, especially of family hunting trips when I was young. He'll be missed. It's a hard thing to lose a...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Paul and Tami Burton - Nephew

“Mr. Burton is one of my favorites from Payson Jr. High. I remember my first day in his class when he asked me if I "belonged to Hal Jones." Hal is...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Tonya Edvalson - Cedar Hills, UT


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Our loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother Horace Larry Burton peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on February 7, 2012.

Larry was born June 13, 1926 in Parowan, Utah and was the oldest son of Horace Fish and Maude Hollingshead Burton. Having attended school in Kanab, he went to the aid of his country and joined the Navy. He served during WWII. He then served with the Guard unit of Spanish Fork with his two brothers as medics during the Korean War. Larry was very patriotic and loved the flag and his country.

Larry married his sweetheart, Geraldine (Geri) Curtis on May 31, 1947 in Evanston Wyoming. They were later sealed in the Logan Temple. Larry graduated from BYU in education and went to work for Nebo School District as a teacher. He loved teaching and worked for Payson Jr. High for over 30 years. He was a well loved teacher, and many will remember the special way he influenced their lives.

Larry loved hunting and fishing with his son and grandsons. He was a great carpenter and could fix anything. Larry was active in the LDS church. He was a High Priest, and especially loved teaching Gospel Doctrine. He had a deep love of the scriptures and a strong testimony of the Gospel.

Larry is survived by his loving wife Geri, and his three children: Karen (Steve) Hancock, Payson; Curtis (Cathy) Burton, Payson; Cindy (Mike) Wignall, Manti. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and three siblings: Linda (Gene) McDonald, Dr. Ronald (Jacque) Burton, and Sue (Tom) Hudson. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings Sherman, Carlyle, Robert Preston (Sonny), & JoAnn Burton.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 13, 2012 at 11 a.m. in the Payson 11th Ward Chapel, 902 West 400 North Payson. A viewing will be held Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 6 til 8 pm. at the Walker Funeral Home 587 South 100 West, Payson, and from 9:45 til 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be at the Payson City Cemetery with full Military Rites.

The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Sheree Reynolds and the others at Sunbrook Home Health for all the service and loved rendered to our father.