Burton, who had been part of the station since the 90’s, had served as co-host of “The Rizutto Show” since its launch in 2014. Burton, Thom West and Trish Gazall hosted mornings at the station until 2000 and then had a long run in afternoons with West until 2012. Burton wrote the children’s book “The Watering Hole” in 2018.
Burton was diagnosed with prostate cancer in March 2021 and entered hospice care last month.
The station writes:
We’re devastated to share that today we lost our wonderful friend and colleague, Jeff Burton.
Everyone here at 105.7 The Point loved and admired Jeff for countless reasons. his kindness, his humor, his generosity… to just name a few. The Rizzuto Show and our entire team will be honoring Jeff in the coming months, but for now, we ask that you simply keep Jeff’s family in your thoughts and remember the man who contributed so much to our station and our community.
We love you, Jeff! You’ll always be a part of 105.7 The Point!
We’re devastated to share that today we lost our wonderful friend and colleague, Jeff Burton. #WeLoveYouJeff https://t.co/gaRKzc5f5j pic.twitter.com/8ZDWTZkjVF
— 105.7 The Point (@1057thePoint) August 15, 2022
We’re devastated to share that today we lost our wonderful friend and teammate, Jeff Burton. #WeLoveYouJeff pic.twitter.com/IrERMS9CVb
— 101 ESPN St. Louis (@101espn) August 15, 2022
I love you @jeffburton1057 pic.twitter.com/ToVcuX2Fvu
— Bon Lohman (@JBonathan) August 15, 2022
Tuned in to @1057thePoint just sobbing. @jeffburton1057 is a legend. Our world is forever brighter from his light. If he made you laugh, if he made you feel special,HELL, if you had interacted with him at all….you know why he will LIVE WITH US FOREVER. @RizzShow @fandango1057 pic.twitter.com/CvrOX5r6Kf
— luxstlou (@LuxStLou) August 15, 2022
We’re saddened to learn about the passing of Jeff Burton, a passionate Blues fanatic who kept us entertained on @1057thePoint and the Last Minute Blues Podcast. His kindness and cheerful presence will be missed. Our condolences go out to his family and friends. #WeLoveYouJeff pic.twitter.com/3ovQMtyps2
— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) August 15, 2022
