Jean Ashline

Jean Ashline, 86, of Manteno, passed away at 4:17am on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born to George and Loretta Rada on March 6, 1936, in Stickney, Illinois. She married Wendell Burton in 1952, then along came six “D’s”. Later in life, she married Adrian Ashline in 1974. Jean retired from Oak Forest Hospital after 25+ years of service. She was a member of the Manteno Christian Church and had so much love for her church family and pastors. Jean volunteered at the Senior Center in Monee, Illinois for about 20 years. She was an animal lover, loved gardening, bowling, reading, crochet, and spending time with her family. She also collected teapots, bears, and angels. She is survived by a brother, Bill (Jeanie) Rada of Clarksville, TN; two sons, Dale (Bev) Burton of Manteno and Dennis (Valerie) Burton of Cave In Rock, IL; two daughters, Debbie (Paul Swart) Gifford of Manteno and Diane Corzine of Harrisburg, IL; daughters-in-law, Barb Burton, Mary Burton; and ex-daughter-in-law, Mary Thomas; four stepchildren, 24 grandchildren, 48 great grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and childhood lifelong best friends, Connie and Lee. Jean is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband and second husband; sons, Danny and David Burton; grandson, Travis Burton; three sisters and four brothers, former-daughter-in-law, Kathy Burton; and son-in-law, Chris Corzine. She was loved by many and loved them right back. She will be greatly missed. There will be a private family burial. A memorial celebration will be held at a late date. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.