On Monday, October 17th, 2022, God called one of his strongest soldier’s home. Colton Joseph Burman, or Pistol as Grandpa Jack liked to call him, blessed us with a beautiful 25 short years. Gracing us with his presence on December 28th, 1996, it was never a dull moment from that point forward.
He had a sense of humor that was out of this world and could make anyone laugh with some of the most random things he’d say or do. His smile most definitely lit up every room he walked in to. From the time he was born, there was mischief to be had. His cousin Rachel and him were always getting into some sort of trouble—a bond that remained close all the way up until his departure. He was always tearing stuff apart, just to put it back together again. Colton would spend most summers and weekends with his dad, Cody. He’d bring random animals’ home that he had found, and it drove his mom nuts.
Colton had a tremendous love for dirt bikes, loved to fish, and mechanicing on all his pickups, he had a true passion for the cowboy way of life, and enjoyed partaking in brandings. His biggest pride in life was his family and he tried so many times to be the glue that held it all together after his grandpa Bob passed away. Colton shared a very close relationship with Grandpa Bob—they always found ways to pick on grandma. His sister, Shelby, and him were very close and had a bond that was unbreakable. When he became an uncle to Taylee Jo, it was the highlight of his life, there was no question when she came into this world, he had a new partner in crime. I’ve never seen him more proud of anything. He was so looking forward to buying her first dirt bike, taking her fishing, and showing her all the things, a proud uncle would. He wholeheartedly loved that little girl.
For the past 6 months, Colton lived in Sidney, moving in with Hunter and working at Sidney Sugars as a welder. Although biologically Hunter was his cousin, he was more than that to Colton. They were brothers, creating chaos from the time they were very little. While living in Sidney, his Auntie Kay played a very influential role in his life. She was there for him in every way she could be, from offering advice to sending him home with a bunch of snacks for his lunchbox.
I bet Grandpa was waiting with open arms my brother. Fly high, free of your pain. We’ll see you again someday. A beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.
Colton Joseph is survived by his mom, Sherry and stepdad Mike (Miles City, MT); his dad Cody (Jen) Burman (Alzada, MT);siblings, big sister Shelby and niece Taylee (Miles City);brother Wyatt (Glendive, MT), Dusty Burman & Dally Burman (Alzada, MT) ; grandma Kathy Chapweske (Miles City); grandparents Jack and Sandy Burman (Glendive); cousins Hunter (Shyanne) Nice (Sidney, MT), Rachel, Amanda, Cassie, Michael, Danny, Jacob, and Payden; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Colton is preceded in death by his grandpa, Bob Chapweske, great grandma Helen Mann and many of his close friends who he cherished.
A memorial service will be held at the Ranch at a later date.
Leah says
Kathy, my heart goes out to you and yours.
May God’s peace and present flood your hearts and minds during this time.
Love
Janet says
Sherry I am so sorry to of your son passing may God bless you all hugs an prayers
Sherri and Rob Schneidt says
To all of Colton’s family, we are so sorry for your loss. You alll are in our thoughts and prayers😘 Colton rest easy bud, you will be missed.
Katy Harbaugh says
Sherry, Kay Kay and Mommy Kathy – there are no words when you lose a loved one so young. May your memories wrap around you and keep you warm. Blessings!
Jeremy Jerome says
Hey bud it’s sad to see ya go so early on us. I’ve known you for years and years and you have helped me through some tuff times! There was alot of good memories that I’ll cherish till its my time. Get them biks going up there and ride high! Prayers for the family. My condolences!
Jeremy Jerome
Tracee L RAYMOND says
Oh my Kathy, Kay Kay and the entire family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. You all are truly in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all.
Beth Ann wiedeman says
My prayers for Colton’s family.
Shara Watts says
May God keep you in his hands this time of need. I didn’t know him that well but often thought about all of you. I watched him grow through Facebook and always enjoyed the stories shared. You have all lost so much over the years and it isn’t fair. We love you all Shane, Shara and Heaven…
Karch family says
To all of Colton’s family I am so sorry for your loss. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I will always cherish the time he spent at our house throughout the years. Rip Colton!
Jodi Kirkwoid says
Ohhhh my god! Colton you were so important to my son Hunter. He loved you with all his heart! Hunter passed away on the 28th of September and his older brother Gage on Feb 20, 2020. My heart is broken for your family! My mission is to fight for all of you….I promise.
Debbie Weyer says
Jack, Sandy, Cody & all of Colton’s family, I am so sorry to hear this. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal” author unknown. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you during this difficult time.
Rick Wilson says
Auntie Kathy, sherry and family, I am so sorry to hear of Colton passing. Sending love and prayers.
Taeler says
I don’t Know where to begin.. Shelby and Kathy there is no words that are going to make you feel better what so ever. But one day you are going to be thankful they were said in the first place. My prayers are with the both of you and everyone else! I am so thankful and blessed I had so many great and crazy memories with Colton, and Brody! My prayers are with you! I am truly so sorry for this tragic loss
Kyra Hirsch says
Shelby, Kathy, Sherry, I love you all so much. There are no words.
Ron and Connie Watts says
Kathy,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your grandson — our hearts are breaking for you and all of Colton’s family. Praying for God’s peace.
Diane M Welbes says
Sorry about your loss. May it comfort you to know, that I care.
Kris Bartholomew says
Oh my. Thinking of all of you
Jean Saye says
I am so sorry for you all. There are no words, yet there are a million…. Just know that you are all on my heart… I know this pain… my prayers go out to all of Coltons family 🙏🏻
Ginger & Joe says
Kathy and family,
We are so very for your loss… please know that you are in our prayers.
Ginger & Joe says
Kathy and family,
We are so very for your loss… our hearts hurt for you … please know that you are in our prayers.
Vicki Strohmayer Mason says
Cody, Sherry, Shelby and all of Colton’s family.
Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers. We are thankful we got the chance to get to know/ love Colton while he worked for us. His sense of humor always made the work days a little brighter. Praying he is at peace and you all can find peace in the days ahead.
Brandon and Vicki Mason
Kathy ZIEBARTH says
Kathy and family. So sorry to Colton. I know how much you loved him and invested in him. He is now at peace with his Grandpa Bob. Give my best to Sherry also
Bruce and Kathy Ziebarth
Kathy ZIEBARTH says
Kathy and family. So sorry to Colton. I know how much you loved him and invested in him. He is now at peace with his Grandpa Bob. Give my best to Sherry
Gina Tipton says
To the family of Colton. I had the honor of helping him when he started school. He was such a little character. He’d come to school in his little cowboy boots and a cowboy hat bigger than him. Oh and those eyes!! You never knew what he’d say but he always made us smile and laugh. RIP Colton. You will be missed by many and was loved by many more.
Deeon Bickle says
So sorry for your loss!
Jan Munroe says
This is just heartbreaking. I am so sorry, Kathy and family.
Deb Jerrel says
Sherry and family… I hope God gives you the strength to get through this. Another one gone way too soon.😭💔Big hugs to all of you❤❤❤
Linda Tvedt says
So very sorry for your loss… there are no words… just know that we care very much… Roger and Lunda Tvedt
Betty Ganser says
Shelby Sherry Kathy so sorry for your loss. Miss u Shelby I live in Minnesota now. I hope god gives you strength to get thru this.
Dawn Reiger says
Sissy Kay and family I’m so sorry for your loss !! He’s too young too soon….if there’s anything I can do please let me know. Love you guys