1943
2012
Our beloved mother went to join her mother, Juanita Burtley, in the garden of Heaven on November 27, 2012. Mom was born June 23, 1943 in Arkansas, and later moved to Michigan in the 1950's. She retired from the Country Club of Lansing after 35 years. Mom enjoyed her many trips to the casino and was an avid "Card Shark", especially playing Poker and Tunk with her "Card Buddies". She also enjoyed cooking, being "Boss Lady", and was a big fan of her Detroit Tigers, Lions and Tiger Woods. Family was very important to mom, as were family dinners, Holiday get togethers, and spectating her family at softball, basketball and other sporting events. Her host of grandchildren and great grandchildren were very dear to her. Dorothy was preceded in death by her loving mother, and her brother Edward Coleman. She is survived by her loving children Patricia Ann (Booker) Jones, Edwin (Teresa) Burtley, Phillip Burtley (Chris), Launita Burtley (Linda), Shelia Burtley and Leola Burtley, all of Lansing. She is also survived by her sister Leoma Foster Smith , 3 brothers John (Ernestine) Williams, Orlando Bardwell, Freddie (Cindy) Burtley Jr., and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of whom will miss her dearly. A funeral service will be held at 4:00 PM on Monday, December 3, 2012 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI. The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 4:00 PM prior to the service. Special thanks for the care provided by Grace of Hospice and the Okemos Health and Rehabilitation Center. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com
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May 7, 2013
Mom I miss you. Launita
December 3, 2012
My prayers goes out to all of Dorothy's family. Dorothy was a really nice person and she will be missed dearly.
December 3, 2012
Kanisha Beard-Pops
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
December 3, 2012
Sandy Kowalk-Thompson
Launita and family: "A mother's love doesn't go away, Mom walks beside us every day; unseen, unheard but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear." The Kowalk Family is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you!
December 3, 2012
Anita Castellon
Launita, (and family), extending our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. We are praying that your faith will provide you and your family strength during this difficult time. God Bless.
Anita and Rose (Dewitt)
December 3, 2012
Aurelio Velasquez
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Burtley Family. Dorothy was a wonderful woman. I enjoyed working with her at the Country Club of Lansing. She will be missed.
December 3, 2012
doris outlaw
Your prays are with us during your hard times. Trust in the lord for he makes no mistakes!
December 2, 2012
Penny L. Tellier
Dear Launita & Family, I cannot help but think of this famous quote...
"Love is eternal, the aspect may change, but not the essence."
My prayers are with you.
December 2, 2012
Charles Morgan
Launita & Family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May her love of life and family bring peace and closeness to you all.
December 1, 2012
Gregory's Ice & Smoke
We extend our deepest condolences.
December 1, 2012
ReLanda & Rochelle Price III
Ed, Ann, Launita and family:
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
May God comfort and keep you all during this most difficult time.
November 30, 2012
grandsons
Grandma (Mom) you will be deeply missed. Love you always and forever.
Darnell, Chris & Sean.
November 30, 2012
Mary McElrath
Im sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 30, 2012
SEAN MICHAEL BURTLEY
Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I and you are you
Whatever we were to each other
That we are still
Call me by my own familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way you always used
Put no difference into your tone
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow
Laugh as we always laughed
At the little jokes we always enjoyed together
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was
Let it be spoken without effort
Without the ghost of a shadow in it
Life means all that it ever was
There is absolute unbroken continuity
What is death but a negligible accident?
Why should I be out of mind
Because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you for an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner
All is well.
Nothing is past; nothing is lost
One brief moment and all will be as it was before
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting when we meet again!
Im gonna miss you MOM!!!
November 30, 2012
The Peatross Family
Launita and Family,
Although we know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
When we lose someone we love, its hard to see the blessings bestowed on us because of our grief. However, know that with each day that passes, the blessings come to light and the pain and grief felt lessens with time.
November 30, 2012
hydee rodgers
Mother Burtley you talked with me as I was one of your daughters. my Heart is sad , You are my Family ..miss You dearly . You were a great mother may u rest pescefully
November 30, 2012
Dianne Funches Herbin
Our sincere and heart felt sympathy and prayers are with your family. Dorothy will always be one of my "most favorite" people, I love her! Comfort will always be in the loving memories she left with all of us ... Much Love from my entire family.
November 30, 2012
To Ed and Teresa, and the rest of the family...though we didn't know your mother, we do you, and we love you. We extend our heartfelt sympathy and love to all. May God bring peace, as only He can, at this difficult time. U R loved, Don and Bonnie M.
November 30, 2012
Karen L Clarke
Ann & Ed I wish to extend my most sincere sympathy to both of you & your family, upon the lost of you mom. There is a lonesomeness after the death of one's mother as I know after losing my mom this year. Your life of happiness together will help sustain your strength and calmness. I know your courage will help you through this rough time. May your memories also be a source of comfort.
November 30, 2012
Launita/Sheila & Family,
May fond memories of your momma bring you smiles and laughter to help dry the tears. I have been praying for your comfort and peace in your heart.
Love & Prayers, Cynthia Hedden
November 30, 2012
Marjorie Stokes
To The Burtley Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dorothy, I always enjoyed talking to her whenever I would run into her. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Much Love To The Family.
November 29, 2012
Johnnie Camper
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 29, 2012
Darlean Adams
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
November 28, 2012
Jackie & Paula Mulder
Launita, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this very difficult time. Know that we are praying and thinking of you and your family.
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