Burton was nominated by his best friend Troy who wrote: Burt has struggled lately after retirement and returning home after THREE tours in IRAQ… This father of FOUR Christina, Andrew, Austin and Dylan and GRANDFATHER has dedicated his free time to investing in the lives of his ADULT children… He grew up in Deep Creek and Graduated as an R.O.T.C. Commander providing Outstanding Leadership in Several organizations within his Squadron. Upon High School Graduation HE immediately went to basic training where HE excelled within The ARMY rising to E-8 ending his Career as The Second Highest Ranking NCO in The State of Virginia!!! I often call this man I have known since age 14… Captain America!!! Go Army!!!