Burton King

MADISON – Burton King, 91, of Madison, passed away Jan. 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Burton was born on Sept. 12, 1933 in Skowhegan, the son of Harold Clough and Hazel King. Following high school he enlisted in the United States Army and served as a Paratrooper.

Burton was a millwright for many years as well as a carpenter. He was a hard worker and enjoyed working with his hands. Burton was great outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. For all of the many things he did throughout his life, he will be best remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Burton is survived by his wife, Lorraine “Carol” King of Madison; as well as his four children, Scott (Kathy) King, Jane (Mark) Gamble, Warren (Kim) King, and Connie King; stepchildren RJ (Laura) Russell and Kristin (Kathy) Russell; half-sisters Luverne Preble and Karen Spring; and several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Maine General Hospice staff including Fran, Andrea, Amy, Michelle, and Sue.

There will be public visitation on March 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Giberson Funeral Home 40 Maple St., Madison.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Giberson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To leave a condolence for the family and to view the online obituary, please visit http://www.gibersonfuneralhome.com.

The family has requested donations in lieu of flowers; suggested charities include:

*Maine General Hospice

10 Water St. Suite 307,

Waterville ME 04901 or

*Somerset Humane Society

123 Middle Rd.,

Skowhegan ME 04976