Well. These two pictures fell out today when I picked up the album. Lord I miss you

Daddy I sat with you awhile this week. It’s just dirt, but I felt you. I miss you and I love you

I think about you every single day. I bet it’s beautiful where you are. I hope you’re enjoying your family and friends. We all miss you. I love you.

My Friend, You will be sorely missed. Thank you for all your support and guidance, You gave up your part time job to allow me the chance to teach college. I cannot thank you enough for that life changing opportunity. See you again. Ken H

You’re on my heart heavily today. Dad I love and miss you 
Brandee

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. You may be gone from our sight, but you are never gone from our hearts. 

 Rest in peace, uncle Ralph❤️

I remember the day I drove  to the property. You were staying in your camper, walked me all over the land. You showed me your vision. I was the first to see it all. I’ve never been more proud of a person. My daddy. I never doubted you

Thank you for all the memories, daddy! Today, the kids and I are just talking about what you gave us. This 4th of July was the best. I love you

Daddy holding his first and only granddaughter

We laid daddy to rest today, in a private  celebration of life.  Ralph Eugene Burton April 7th , 1947- December 23rd, 2023. He passed away peacefully, at 76 years old. He had two daughters, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He started a career in law enforcement in 1973. He served as a Mounted Police officer for 5 years in Atlanta. He was a correctional officer for Montgomery County, totaling 17 years of service, worked for Knox Kershaw Railroad, and traveled the country. He went to college and became an instructor for what was first known as John Patterson Technical College, now known as Trenholm state Technical College. He rewrote the format for what instructors were and how to better prepare students. He retired after 21  years. His time there was in automotive, Robotics, and  Instrumentation Engineering. He absolutely broke the mold. He was an exceptional person and father. I find it more difficult to express the words that are worthy of his descriptions, but if you knew him, you already know. Cade and Reilly adored their grandfather and found out quickly he taught you life lessons with one word sentences, it wasn’t the quantity but quality, he wasn’t just born to die,he lived, everything you fear you face, once you start you don’t stop, and never run from what is chasing you. I will miss him everyday and I will love him even more. I find favor in continuing the Ralph Burton determination and commitment to his legacy. I was 100% my daddy and am completely at peace that he is now able to rest. If you have a memory, a picture or something that you would love to share please do. Prayers are appreciated for my two as they navigate the the memories of him, and I appreciate and value each one that ever loved my daddy. 
The family and I love you for loving him.

OBITUARY

Ralph Eugene Burton

April 7, 1947 – December 23, 2023

White Chapel-Greenwood Funeral Home & Greenwood Serenity Memorial Gardens

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