Friday, December 11, 2009

Chas. A. Burton

Chas A. Burton was born in Henderson County, Tenn, December 19, 1825;  made a profession and joined the Baptist church at the age of 17; he was married to Nancy H White January 22, 1852. Sister Burton and five children survive to mourn their loss. Bro,. Burton was ordained deacon in 1855 and was a faithful servant of the Lord and wielded great influence for good. He was a safe counsellor, a kind husband and father; his home was the preacher's home. He was called from labor to rest April 3, 1897, at the ripe age of 71 years, 3 moths and 14 days.
M.T. Webb
Arkansas Baptist, May 12, 1897, page 15

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