Betty Jean Kirkman Burton Obituary

We bid farewell to Betty Jean Kirkman Burton (Burlington, North Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 29, 2025 at the age of 92. Betty touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Julian Caroll Burton, Sr.; her son Julian Caroll Burton, Jr.; and her siblings, Lucille Whitaker, Wilma Kimbro, Peggy Whitaker, Mary Brown, James "Jay" Kirkman and Jesse Kirkman.

She is survived by: her sister Doris Kirkman; her friends, Faye and Barry Matherly; her great grandchildren, Nathan Matherly, Jason Matherly (Amanda) and Hannah Long (Jonathan); and her nieces and nephews, Kayden Matherly, Kinsley Matherly, Taelyn Long, Westlyn Long, Braleigh Long and Aubree Long.