Charles R. Burt

Charles Robert Burt, 68, died peacefully in his home on April 28th, 2012. He was born on April 22, 1944, in West Branch Michigan. He was the son of Bessie Burt, and loving grandson to Mabel and John Burt. Charles graduated from West Branch High, class of 1963. Following graduation, he hosted a radio show for the local WBMI radio station. Charles then moved to Flint and worked for Fisher Body Assembly. While in Flint, he met his sweetheart, Patricia, and married her on March 27th, 1965. Charles then went on to join General Motors and retired from their engine plant in Flint Michigan in the Spring of 1995. Charles and Patricia settled in Millington, Michigan. Charles was a loyal member of the UAW local 599 and a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Charles was also a professional musician. He was a member of The Chuck Burt Band and played music for 52 years all over the United States, to include recording in Nashville, TN. Charles is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Ann (Suttles); his daughter, Tirzah (Burt) Sirken and husband Jon from Howell Michigan. His son, David Burt and wife Samantha from West Branch Michigan. Eight grandchildren; Jonas and Zaiden Sirken, Jordan, Alishea, Amy, Christine, Malakey, and Faith Burt. Brother Larry Anderson and wife Sharon from Grand Rapids Michigan; and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, and Nephews. A service of remembrance will be held at 2pm Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, at Steurnol-McLaren ---General visitation scheduled from 10:30am-2pm on May 1st. 2012. Burial and Dedication of the grave to be held on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012 at 11am at Flint Memorial Park, 9506 North Dort Highway, Mt. Morris, Michigan. Condolences may be expressed at www.steuernolmclaren.com.