Burton passed away peacefully at the Waterford Long Term Care Facility in Oakville, Ontario on December 13, 2017 at the age of 100. Beloved and cherished husband of 67 years to Joyce (nee Long). Loving and caring father of Glen. Burton was predeceased by his parents Violet and Fred, brothers Roy, Elwood, George, William, John and his sister Rosella (Rose). Burton is survived by sisters Irene Butler and Joy Thorne, both of London, Ontario and many nieces and nephews. Burton was born in Bruce County, Ontario. He was a proud member of the Canadian Army, attached to the British 8th Army 1st Division and served in Italy, France, Belgium and Holland in WWII. Burton married Joyce Long on June 17, 1950 and welcomed son Glen four years later. Burton was a lifelong, caring and loving family man who touched many lives with his sense of humor and gentle demeanor. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Rest in Peace. The family is grateful for the kindness and care provided by the staff at Waterford Long Term Care. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter “Neweduk-Erin Mills” Chapel, 1981 Dundas St. W., Mississauga (just east of Erin Mills Pkwy) on Saturday, December 16, 2017 from 2-6 p.m. Cremation to follow. For those who wish donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca