Emiko "Amy" Burton

Emiko “Amy” Burton, lovingly known as Bachan and BaBachan, was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to Yoshio and Tomiki Yamamura on September 5, 1928. She grew up in Canada with her six brothers, Yoshi-Haru (Butch), Jitsuo (Jeep), Takayuki (Teddy), Yorozu (Jimmy), Tsutomu (Ben), Ninoru (Henry), and her sister, Kiseko (June).

In 1942, during World War II, Amy and her family were uprooted from their home and sent to a Japanese Internment camp in New Denver, British Columbia. After the family was released from the camp, Amy traveled to Japan in 1945. There she met Sgt. George Burton. The two were married on February 10, 1953, and together began a life filled with adventure, raising their family while following George’s military career. With their three children, Ricky, Gregory, and Petey, they moved from Japan to Kansas, (where Brenda was born) to Minnesota (where Dougie was born), Germany, and finally Colorado, where they settled in January of 1969.

Amy was the heart of her family and was deeply loved by everyone who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, homemaker and friend. She had numerous hobbies which included raising her five over-rambunctious children was “BAKA TADE” was voiced daily. Other hobbies included gardening, knitting, crocheting, sewing, quilting, poker, puzzles, and spending time with her friends.

Amy retired from working at Kmart then went on to work at the Village at Skyline where she touched countless lives and befriended many “old folks”. She truly loved her work. She was always excited to see or hear about her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren.

Her parents, all six brothers and her beloved husband, George, preceded her in death and recently, her sister. She is survived by her daughter Brenda (Joe), sons Richard (Lisa), Gregory (Deb), George “Pete” (Jan), and Douglas (Kathy) and daughter-in-law Mary Burton. Her grandchildren include Jennifer Barrows (Brandon), Nathan Burton, Zachary Burton-Johnson (Caitlyn), Christopher, Danielle Dallau (Chris) Theresa Bruton (Seve Depardon), Sandy Burton, Chiyoko Burton (Mark Merritt) Kimi Burton, Aric Burton, Andrew Burton, Amber Palmer (Bryan Jensen), Jasson Palmer (Tyler), Joseph Mayo, Ian Pacheco (Chantelle), Joseph Acosta (Erika), Rabekka Thompson (Tanner), Zack Burton (Britany, Kyle Burton, Krista Burton, and Juston Burton. She is also survived by thirty great-grandchildren and nine great great-grandchildren.

During the final years of her life, Amy was surrounded by extraordinary love and care. Her daughter Brenda devoted herself completely to her mother’s wellbeing, putting her own life on hold to ensure Amy received the best care possible. Alongside Brenda were her husband Joe, Amy’s grandchildren Amber, Joey, Abby, and Maddy and her dear friend, Cindy Smith, all of whom provided comfort, companionship, and unwavering support. Because of their love and dedication, Amy spent her final years surrounded by family, laughter, and cherished memories.

Amy’s legacy lives on through the generations she nurtured, the traditions she passed down, and the unconditional love she gave so freely. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who were blessed to know her.

A Funeral Service will be held at Dove Witt Family Mortuary, 6630 S. US HWY 85/87, Fountain, CO 80817, US, on June 22, 2026 at 11:00 am, followed by a Committal Service at Fairview Cemetery, 757 S. Santa Fe Ave, Fountain, CO 80817, US, on June 22, 2026, at 12:30 pm.

A Celebration of Life will then be held at American Legion Post 38, 6685 Southmoor Dr, Fountain, Colorado from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.