Burten Earle Hurd peacefully passed away on August 2, 2014, at the age of 68. He was born February 8, 1946. Burten was a life-long Topeka, Kansas resident. At age 17, he took over his father's business, P& H Truck Line. In 1969, he became an over the road truck driver. In his later years he worked for Kent & Company as a carpenter. Burt loved to laugh, joke, and be with his family and friends.
He is survived by one son, Michael Hurd of St. Peters, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
Burt was preceded in death by two sons, Timmy in 1977 and Brian in 2012; three brothers; a sister; and his parents.
Memorial services will be held in near future, celebrated by friends and family.
Memorial contributions may be sent directly to Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604 or The Foundation for Hospice Care (Grace Hospice) c/o Paul Tyson, Blackwood, Langworthy 7 Tyson LC, 513 Cherry Street, Kansas City, MO 64106-1217