Sue M Burton

Sue M. Burton, 80, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2026. She was born on July 9, 1946, in Fort Wayne, to the late Merritt and Hilda (Bear) Sauder, and will be lovingly remembered for her warm heart, generous spirit, and vibrant personality.

Sue graduated from Huntertown High School. After high school, she worked at United Airlines for five years. A homemaker at heart, she also enjoyed helping on the family farm, where she wasn't afraid to climb on a tractor and lend a hand. Later, she spent ten years working with the Sears team.

Sue was active in her community and was a member of the Eastern Star and Eel River Baptist Church. She had a special love for animals, particularly cats and dogs. She also enjoyed life's simple pleasures, including watching NASCAR races and cheering on the Komets hockey team. Sue especially loved spending time at the lake house, where she hosted family and friends and made memories together. She also treasured keeping in touch with and visiting her high school friends, enjoying the friendships and memories they shared over the years.

Above all, Sue treasured the time she spent with her family. Surviving are her sons, Kenton Burton and Michael (Jennifer) Burton; her daughter, Michelle (Mitch) Seymour; a brother, William (Joy) Sauder; and former husband, Richard "Dick" Burton, whom she married on August 8, 1970. They shared many years. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Cullen, Madeleine, Mindy, Mitch (Lacretia), Megan (Dillon), Chase (Bree Swanson), Cady, and bonus grandson, Ben Croy; along with four great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Victoria Burton, and a grandson, Ethan Burton.

A funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Churubusco Chapel, with calling one hour before the service. 

The family will also receive family and friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Burial will follow at Eel River Cemetery, Churubusco.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Allen County Humane Shelter, a cause especially close to Sue's heart.