Burton, Archie L. Archie was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 15, 1936 and returned home to his Heavenly Father on August 7, 2016. Although born in the north, Archie had a southern upbringing. Archie's mother, Lillian B. Rooks, instilled a strong sense of family. Archie was an only child and was well known for his devotion to his mother. Family dinners provided training ground for entertaining which he did so well! Archie graduated in 1950 from Carter Elementary School and in 1954 from Hirsch High School. He attended Chicago Teacher's College. Archie embarked upon an entrepreneurial spirit in his early twenties and carried out that spirit throughout his life. Archie was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian and Thomas Rooks; two sons, Daniel Burton and David Burton. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Whitfield Burton; sons, Leon "Rod" Harris and Archie Philip Burton (Kristin); eleven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews and countless long-lasting and enduring friendships. Archie was one of a kind and will be truly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Education Fund of Trinity United Church of Christ, 400 W. 95th St., Chicago, IL 60628.
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Remembering a special friend. You will be missed. Thanks for the memories.
rev vergie anderson-thompson
December 14, 2016
I just found out about Archie. He was a great friend. A global traveler with a perfection for business matters. He loved cooking, entertaining, enjoying family and friends. Also he loved Trinity United Church of Christ and Jeremiah Wright. I am grateful for his assistance with our friend Patricia Pascal, who had cancer. He was admired for being an old school gentleman. Thank you for sharing him with us. He will be missed.
Anita Norris
November 26, 2016
Archie was a true gentleman, always had a smile to greet you. A good friend that will be greatly missed.
Tim Ray
September 5, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you and may our Lord Jesus christ and God our father who loves us comfort your hearts and " make you firm " ( 2 Thessalonians 2 : 16, 17 )
Jay
August 23, 2016
WE WILL MISS YOU, OLD FRIEND. VIRGINIA & DAN.
VIRGINIA TAYLOR
August 21, 2016
My late husband, Eddie Bloom,who was a legal photographer, had many business dealings with Archie, and always thought of him as a super person. My condolences to the family.
Beverly Bloom
August 21, 2016
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