John L. Burton, age 74, of Selbyville, DE passed away peacefully with the love of his life, Cathy by his side in the comfort of his own home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

John was born in Lewes, DE on August 10, 1950 son of the late Harold C. Burton, Sr. and the late Ruth Ann (Hudson) Burton.   He graduated from Selbyville High School Class of 1969.

John retired from Bunting & Murray Construction in 2012 as a diesel mechanic.  He then opened JB's Small Engine Repair in Selbyville, DE and ran that business for 6 years prior to his illness.  He loved his business and it became the local hangout with his close friends.  John enjoyed shooting sporting clays, loved the outdoors and was a lifetime member of the Selbyville Elks.  He will be remembered for his love of family and friends.  John was thoughtful, kind, caring and was an inspiration to everyone he met.  John also never met a stranger and could talk to anyone about anything.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 40 years, Cathy L. (Hall) Burton; his fur baby, Sophie Girl and four siblings, George Edward Burton, Harold C. Burton, Jr., Bonnie L. Thomas and Daniel R. Burton.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in John's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital by visiting www.stjude.org .