Mildred "Helen" Burton

Mildred “Helen” Burton, 87, of Morristown, passed away, Friday, November 8, 2024, at MHP Medical Center in Shelbyville.

She was born August 27, 1937, in Columbia, Kentucky, the daughter of James Frank and Iva Mae (Derman) Stone. On July 16, 1957, she married Sammie “Sam” Burton, and he preceded her in death on October 20, 2023. 

Helen is survived by her sons, Darrell Burton and wife, Pam, of Freeport, and Gary Burton and wife, Karen, of Shelbyville; brother, Jimmy Stone and wife, Phyllis, of Columbia; grandchildren, Jennifer Burton, Samuel Burton and wife, Caroline, Angel Pattison and husband, Ian, Emily Taylor and husband, John, Kyle Burton and fiance’, Samantha Brotherton, Amber Ward and husband, Jon; great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Cameron, Lucas, Millie, Noah, Mina, Jalen and Meredith; great-great-grandchildren, Elliana and Elijah; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to Sam, Helen was preceded in death by her parents; twin daughters, Mildred Mae and Sandra Faye Burton; brothers, Jack Stone, Bob Stone and Ronnie Stone; sisters, Mabel McClister, Betty Goff and Louise Pelly; and grandson, Luke Burton.

In 1957, Helen graduated from Adair County High School in Columbia.

She was a member of the Morristown Christian Church.

Helen retired from Freudenberg NOK, with over 25 years of service.

She enjoyed working in her flower gardens.

Helen loved taking care of and spending time with her friends and family.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 pm, Monday, November 11, 2024 at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Frazier Chapel, 124 E. North St. in Morristown.

Funeral services will be at 10 am, Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the funeral home, with Pastor Fred Hickman officiating, assisted by Greg Willard.

Interment will be at Asbury Cemetery in Morristown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Morristown Christian Church, 209 S. Washington St., Morristown, Indiana 46161.

Online condolences may be shared with Helen’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.