Headstone to Dorothy Burton
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Sculptural Memorial
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Burton, Dorothy K.
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Headstone to Dorothy Burton
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Dorothy K. Burton, a cherished member of the Davidson County community, touched the lives of many with her hardworking spirit. Although the exact date of her passing remains unknown, her memory continues to live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.
She was born on September 30, 1942, to her parents, Mary Jane Torrence Kearns and Roy Benjamin Kearns. In addition to her roles as daughter, sister, and friend, Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother. She shared many happy years with her beloved husband and was a source of strength and support to her children, grandchildren, and extended family.
Growing up on Griffith Street in Davidson, North Carolina, Dorothy developed a deep connection to her hometown and its people. Her roots in the community ran deep, and she held a special place in her heart for Davidson College, where she worked throughout most of her life as a dishwasher, baker, and eventually a housekeeping supervisor. Even as Davidson College eventually bought the land of her family’s Griffith Street house, she
remained actively involved in various charitable endeavors and community work.
Dorothy's final resting place is in the Christian Aid Society's Cemetery, located on the grounds of Davidson College. It is a fitting tribute to her connection to the community and her commitment to serving others.
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Medium sized Gravestone
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BURTON
DOROTHY K.
SEPT. 30, 1942
JAMES R.
SEPT. 2, 1942
JUNE 14, 1992
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Family and Friends
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2021
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Friends and Family
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"Dorothy K. Burton," in the U.S., Index to Public Records, 1994-2019 [database online]. Lehi, UT: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2020.
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"Dorothy K. Burton," in the North Carolina, U.S.,Voter Registration Records, 1900-2023 [database online]. Lehi, UT: Ancestry.com Operations Inc., 2020.
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