Helen Irene Burton

Helen Irene Burton passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7th, 2008 in her 88th year.  Helen was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on October 1st, 1920 where she resided until she met and wed Walter (Wally) Burton, an officer with the Royal Canadian Air Force whose final posting was to be Centralia Air Force Base. Wally predeceased his wife on July 4th, 1995. Much loved by their son, Scott and his wife, Mary of Exeter and sister, Ruth Maier, husband, Len and son, David of Roblin, Manitoba. Helen’s three grandsons, Mark Burton of Windsor, Jeff of Hensall and Michael and his wife, Julia of Exeter will always remember her as a devoted grandmother and a woman of integrity. Helen was twice blessed by the presence of two great – grandsons, Charlie and Jesse Burton, sons of Michael and Julia. For many years, Helen was an integral part of the golfing and curling communities of Exeter where she made many friends. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery. At her request, there will be no visitation or services.  We ask you to remember her as a result of your good times and fond memories. In lieu of floral tributes, it was Helen who asked that she be remembered by donations to the development of the games of golf and curling for the youth of South Huron or to the charity of one’s choice.  Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter 519-235-1220 entrusted with arrangements. A tree will be planted in the springtime as a further reminder to us all of a great mom, sister, grandmother, great – grandmother and friend.

Helen Irene Burton