We bid farewell to Vernon Burton of Durham, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 20, 2024 at the age of 60. Vernon touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Vernon Burton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, George Burton and Bessie Barnette Burton; and his siblings, Juana Burton-Bailey, Randolph Burton and Darryl Burton.

He is survived by : his children, Antonio Palmer (Crystal) of Durham, Arsenio Jamal Lamberth of Durham, Karika Palmer of Durham and Trae'Chambers of Semora; his siblings, Larry Burton (Donna) of Bryan and Resherial Bailey of Durham; his former life partner Nancy Chambers Burton of Semora; and his siblings-in-law, Annie Burton of Durham and Derrick Bailey of Semora. He is also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

Visitation was held on Friday, April 26th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Cunningham and Nelson Funeral Home (87 Brookland Church Rd, Roxboro, NC 27573). The lying in state was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cunningham & Nelson Funeral Home