Lizzie Rountree Burton Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Lizzie Rountree Burton (Swainsboro, Georgia), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 22, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Lizzie departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Lizzie. Though Lizzie may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilkerson Rountree and Willie Mae Cross; and her daughter Diane Rountree. She is survived by: her children, Daisy Rountree, Phyllis Rountree, Kenosha Worthen, Bruce Sutton (Precious) and Ray Rountree; and her sister Corine Brady (James). She is also survived by 18 grandchildren; a great host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 28th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Chapman Funeral Home (427 N Main St, Swainsboro, GA 30401). A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 29th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Trinity Baptist Church.
