Dave Burton is being remembered following news of his passing, with family, friends and colleagues reflecting on the impact he had on those around him.
Publicly available records show that several people named Dave or David Burton have died, making it important to distinguish between individuals. One confirmed obituary is for David John Burton, 61, who died on August 14, 2025. His family described him as a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend.
David was survived by his wife, Lisa, his sons John and Michael, his parents June and Ernie, his brother Gary and sister Denise, along with extended family and many friends. His obituary described him as a family-oriented man who valued spending time with the people closest to him.
Remembering Dave Burton
Outside his family life, David was known for his work at Kennedy Ford. Colleagues remembered him for his sense of humour, willingness to help others and knowledge of the automotive industry. He was also passionate about fishing and golf and passed his love of fishing on to his sons.
His family said he enjoyed creating memories with his loved ones, including an annual fishing tradition with his children. Friends and coworkers also shared tributes describing him as kind, helpful and someone who brought humour into the workplace.
Dave Burton Funeral Arrangements
A celebration of David Burton’s life was scheduled for September 20, 2025, in Kleinburg, Ontario. The family requested that those wishing to honour his memory consider donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or another charity of their choice.
The obituary and tributes indicate that David’s passing followed a battle with illness, although the available announcement does not provide further medical details.
Because Dave Burton is a common name, this obituary should not be attributed to a different person with the same name without additional identifying information.
