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Burton A. Torrens

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Burton A. Torrens, age 85 of Lawrenceville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. He was born July 19, 1937 in Detroit, MI to Alvin and Gladys (Collard) Torrens. On January 18, 1958, Burt married Patricia Ann Couser in Richmond, MI. They were blessed to have 65 years of marriage during which they enjoyed spending time with their family, and made many treasured memories. After graduating high school, Burt earned a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration. He worked for 34 years as the Director of Information Services for Mt. Clemens General Hospital in Mt. Clemens, MI. He attended and was in fellowship with those gathered to the Name of The Lord Jesus. Surviving family includes: his wife Patricia Ann Torrens of Lawrenceville: two children- Charles “Chuck” Torrens and wife Pamela of White Cloud, MI and Debra Buchanan and husband Greg of Lawrenceville: four grandchildren- Aaron Torrens and wife Luka, Amanda Dorn and husband Erich, Brian Buchanan, and Jeffrey Buchanan and wife Lexa: and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 6, 2023 in Lawrenceville City Cemetery. Cunningham-Young Funeral Home is assisting the family during their time of loss. Memorial contributions can be made to The Bible Truth Publishers at 59 W. Industrial Road, Addison, IL 60101 or envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.