Burleson, Sr., Boyd, of St. Peters, Missouri, died on Sunday, August 4, 2013 at the age of 84. Loving husband of Freda Jacquline "Jackie" Burleson (NEE: Shoemake) of 53 years; devoted father of Regina (Jim) Kraus, Boyd Burleson, Bryan Burleson, Felicia (Dennis) Prestson, and Dannielle Burleson; cherished grandfather of 15 and treasured great-grandfather of 7. He was employed at St Louis County Water Company for 25 years. Boyd served in the US Army during WWII and Korean War. He loved to play pinochle. Boyd was an avid bowler for many years.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association or American Cancer Society.