Burton E Sturdevant

Burton E. Sturdevant (Burt), 93, of Binghamton, New York passed away peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, with family at his side. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dolores (Billie) Sturdevant; his parents Burton & Ethel; his sister Jean and brother-in-law Donald Smith; his son, Michael J. Sturdevant and daughter-in-law, Nancy Sturdevant, and son-in-law Jim Smith. Burt is survived by the children of Mike and Nancy Sturdevant: Randy and Christi; daughter Debra Sturdevant-Smith and children, Tiffany (Ryan) Harnett, Kristin (PJ) Huonker, Jarod Smith, and Kaitlyn (Jerid) Rambus; daughter Barbara, son-in-law Michael Pazzaglini and children: Danielle (Michael) Henson, Julianne (John) Szczech, Alexander (Kylie) Pazzaglini, and Amalia (Doug) Durbin; daughter Linda, son-in-law Ed Fiaschi and children: Rebekah (Tim) Hudson, Olivia (Colin) Danek, and Hannah (Jacob) Snell; special niece and nephew: Donna and Gary Newlon ,and family friend, David Hramalik. He is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren: Alec, Sean, Caiti, Alexis, Jack, Emma, Ava, Adam, Anya, Grace, Lucas, Grayson, Olivia, Alyssa, Colton, Kinsley, Isabelle, Emerson, and Cooper. Burt was a Senior Aircraft Maintainer during the Korean War at Luke AFB. He had a distinguished career at IBM until his retirement in 1987. He was an active member of Nimmonsburg UMC for 51 years, served on many committees, worked bazaars, banquets, and chicken BBQs alongside his buddy Dick Oakley. Burt loved to bowl, and to picnic in his backyard by the pool. Many recall the storybook home on Reynolds Road. And the one on Wilson Hill as well: ALWAYS with a sharp, meticulously detailed car in the driveway! Burt eventually started camping with the family, taking them up and down the eastern seaboard, Myrtle Beach a favorite destination. Many friends joined them throughout the years. Once the children were grown, they often traveled with friends to campgrounds or popular Time Share vacation spots. He and Billie even took up skiing. Burt was the forever optimist no matter the obstacles. He managed to maintain a positive and often humorous outlook. He led by example; none so remarkably as in the care of his wife, Billie: at home through her prolonged illness and eventual passing. Since Burt’s large family was his pride and joy, he considered it a huge blessing to celebrate his recent birthday with a large part of this family surrounding him. He was admired, respected, and loved by everyone who knew him. He will be sorely missed. The family wishes to sincerely thank Good Shepherd Fairview Home’s Independent Living, Rehabilitative Services, and Skilled Nursing staff for their kind and caring service to Burt during his 8 1/2 year residence. Many of these folks became his friends.The family will receive guests at Nimmonsburg United Methodist Church, 918 Front St, Binghamton, NY, on Friday, March 1st. Calling hours: 2-3pm, memorial service to follow at 3:00. A private family burial will be held on Saturday, March 2nd at Vestal Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made in his memory to: Good Shepherd Communities Foundation - Living Care Fund, 32 Village Drive, Endwell, NY 13760. This Fund assists residents with financial need.