Sandra Faye McLaurin Burton, 77, of Castle Hayne passed away peacefully from her life Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at her home surrounded by family.

She was born March 8, 1944 in Cumberland County to Empie Theodore and Vera Josephine Jones McLaurin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Clayton Floyd Burton; and sister, Annette McLaurin.

Sandra is survived by her children, Tammy Burton Murrell and husband, Carl, and Raymond F. Burton and wife, Tracey; grandchildren, Clayton Murrell (Brittany), Cody Murrell (Priscilla), Carson Murrell (Dayana), Kourtney Orahood and husband, Brad, and Garrett Burton; great grandchildren, Madelynn, Colton, and Jared; brother, Maurice McLaurin and wife, Diane; sister, Phyllis Luck and husband, Ronnie; several nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Debbie Petty.

Sandra was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. Her happiest of days were spent with her family and her kindness, good heart, and sweet spirit are a lasting legacy that will continue among those who knew her best. She enjoyed her roses and birds and in particular her cardinals held a special place in her heart.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Riverview Memorial Park, 9332 US Hwy 117, Watha with Pastor Sam Hill conducting the service. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at the cemetery.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family by selecting the tribute wall.

A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.