Birth date: Mar 18, 1940 Death date: Aug 29, 2019
Morris R. Burton of Delran, NJ passed away peacefully at home on August 29th, 2019. He was 79 years of age. Morris was born in Prince Edward County, Maryland in 1940 and was a resident of Delran for the last 50 years. He is prece Read Obituary
It has been said "A good name is better than good oil, and the day of death is better than the day of birth." , Because at birth a person has no established reputation. His life course however, will result in either a positive or a negative reputation. There is no doubt that Mr. Burton had a good reputation with those who crossed paths with him. He touched the lives of so many. For myself, I will always remember the laughs in his office at CHS, our arguments over the cowboys and eagles, our Alpha Phi Beta meetings at his home, and the many Saturday morning breakfast we had at Paula's or any other diner off route 130 with him and my grandfather. I am deeply saddened by his passing and my heart is heavy for his sons and their families. Although I am not able to make it to the funeral "may the God of all comfort" give comfort and strength to the family at this time. Sleep well Mr. B
Much love,
TJ, Seana, Tracy, and Ariana Lassiter
My heart is heavy with the passing of my dear friend and mentor, Brother Morris Burton. Since I began at Cinnaminson HS in 1998, Mr. Burton took me under his wing as he did with countless others. Some of my fondest memories of High School are laughing with Mr. Burton in his office while Tom Joyner played in the background. Mr. Burton's office was a place to escape the pressure of school and life as a teenager...at least until he realized you were trying to skip class and sent you back to class (with a hall pass of course). But Mr. Burton's dedication to his students was not limited to the walls of CHS, as he helped hold Ebony club meetings, HBCU bus trips, and fraternity meetings in his home. Mr. Burton's door was always open, and that continued even after HS as he continued to keep tabs on me through college, my career, and as I began a family. It was truly a blessing to have had such positive influence in my life. Mr. Burton's humble, kind, and generous spirit has impacted the lives of so many...most certainly mine. I know Mr. Burton, once again reunited with his beloved wife Mrs. Jacquelyn Burton, is smiling down on us. Although not able to make the service, my family and I would like to extend prayers and our heartfelt condolences to the family of Brother Morris Burton. He was most certainly loved and will truly be missed.
Jeremy, Jaclyn, Ava, Maya, and Jordan Ashe.
I will always remember Morris' distinctive voice and: his hearty laugh. Condolences to the family.
Pati Cooper
Philadelphia, PA
Unable to be present for services, our thoughts & prayers are with the Morris Burton Family. We surely shall miss our friend but will cherish fond memories forever. Sue & Tom Holcomb & Family
