Patricia Burton

Patricia Anne Glossbrenner Burton, 93, of New Castle, passed away April 6, 2017. She was born August 5, 1923 in Indianapolis. After graduating from Shortridge High School with the Class of 1940, Patricia enrolled in Indiana University. She met Carl Edward Burton whom she married in 1942. She was a member of Tri Delta Sorority.

Following college Patricia worked at Eli Lily in the chemistry lab. During World War II Patricia and Carl traveled to army bases in Georgia and Colorado before returning to Bloomington. They lived in Detroit, until making their home in New Castle in 1948 when her husband became an accountant for Modernfold Industries. She also loved spending time at Crystal Lake in Beulah, Michigan.

Patricia believed “In everything you do, put God first and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success.” (Proverbs 3:6). This Bible verse guided her lifelong passion for volunteer work. Church work included Sunday School teacher, Methodist Youth Fellowship leader, Education Department leader, choir, Bible School teacher, prayer chain co-coordinator and “Dive” volunteer. Her community work included the YMCA Board of Directors, YMCA building Campaign, Cub Scout leader, Girl Scout leader, Salvation Army Board of Directors, Gray Lady Red Cross volunteer, Housing and Urban Development Board of Directors, Westminster Board of Directors, Pregnancy Care Center Board of directors and volunteer, 7th grade Science volunteer, Saturday Club officer, College Club officer, Bible Study Fellowship leader and Tuesday prayer group leader.

Patricia’s greatest volunteer passion was animals. She served on the Humane Society Board of Directors for over 40 years. She served as volunteer coordinator, newsletter editor and contributor, animal rescuer, animal foster parents, building campaign leader, government advocate for the shelter and author of the shelter history.

Patricia’s hobbies included racquetball, skiing, golf, biking sailing, swimming and horse back riding. She enjoyed watching sporting events, particularly High School wrestling. She loved the outdoors.

Survivors include daughter, Susan (Mark C.) Stamper and Maribeth Taylor of New Castle; a son, Michel (Sachiko) Burton of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, Lisa (David) Buksar, Mark A. Stamper, Robert (Cara) Taylor and Evan (Stephanie) Taylor all of New Castle; great grandchildren, Emily Coy, Katie Coy, Drew Coy, Michael Buksar and Mollie Buksar all of New Castle; her faithful animal companions Benji, Freckles and Tripod survive also.

A special note of gratitude goes to all caregivers at Patricia’s home, Glen Oaks, Henry Community Health Hospital and Forest Ridge Rehabilitation Center. The love and care was priceless.

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Carl Edward Burton; her parents, Frederick W. Glossbrenner, and Helene Harrison Kirby; stepmother, Irene Glossbrenner; and brothers, John and Herb Glossbrenner.

Visitation will be Tuesday April 11, 2017 from 4-8 PM at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. Services will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in Green Hills Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Henry County Humane Society, 11 Midway Drive, New Castle, IN 47362. Condolences and memories of Patricia may be shared at www.hinsey-brown.com .