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Burial Date: 2025-08-01
Service Date: August 1, 2025
Visitation Info: Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park
Interment Info: Highland Cemetery
Service Info: Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park

Mike Burton

February 13, 1948 - July 23, 2025

  • Visitation

    Friday, August 1, 2025
    10:00 am - 12:00 am
    Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park
    2551 Dixie Highway
    Lakeside Park KY 41017

  • Funeral

    Friday, August 1, 2025
    12:00 am
    Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park
    2551 Dixie Highway
    Lakeside Park KY 41017

  • Interment

    Friday, August 1, 2025
    Highland Cemetery
    2167 Dixie Hwy Ft. Mitchell KY 41017
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Michael “Mike” James Burton, 77, of Edgewood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Cincinnati to the late James and Beryl Burton, Mike earned a Bachelor of Arts from Morehead State University and went on to work for his father’s business, Johnston Paper Company.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Kathy; sons, Bryce Burton and Sean Burton; sister, Patricia (Victor) Dietz; and niece, Jennifer Shockey.
The Immanuel Methodist church played a large role in Mike’s adult life. He was involved in charity efforts through the church throughout his life.
Mike was a talented artist. His oil paintings are still hanging in his family home. He was also talented in charcoal and ceramics.
Mike had a lifelong love of the outdoors. He took regular bike rides and built his own porch and shed. Mike was a passionate spelunker, and hiker. He took his family on numerous camping and caving trips across the country at our nation’s parks and caves.
His love of the outdoors started early with his attendance to Camp Ernst as a child. His love of the camp continued throughout his life, with both of his children attending and working.
In honor of Mike’s love for Camp Ernst, memorial donations may be made in Mike’s name to Camp Ernst (Camp Ernst for Mike Burton 7615 Camp Ernst Rd Burlington, KY 41005 Or online at give.myy.org/campaign/619036/donate).
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Immanuel Methodist Church, (2551 Dixie Hwy, Lakeside Park, KY). Mike will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery. Online condolences can be left at www.LinnemannFueneralHomes.com.
Friday
1
August
10:00 am - 12:00 am

Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park

2551 Dixie Highway
Lakeside Park KY 41017
Friday
1
August
12:00 am

Immanuel Methodist Church Lakeside Park

2551 Dixie Highway
Lakeside Park KY 41017

Highland Cemetery

Address: 2167 Dixie Hwy Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017
Thursday
1
January
12:00 am - 12:00 am

Mike Burton


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Expression of sympathy for Mike’s passing!!

Dear Kathy, we were shocked and very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. It seems only yesterday that we were sitting here in Venice chatting. We are most happy that our paths crossed and we got to know him. If we can be of any help, please let us know. You are in our prayers for strength during this difficult time. Love, Taylor & Micheal Jefferson

He will be missed

Mike is known to me for his calm demeanor; he had profound thoughts to offer in his soft voice. In recent years, I have enjoyed having him interact with me on Facebook. I will missing seeing photos of the two of you together, Kathy, as you have been sharing with all the traveling and Florida living you have been doing. Wishing you peace as you come to grips with this huge loss in your life. I know that your many good memories will sustain you.

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