The famous host of the Rizzuto Show, Jeff Burton has left us for the heavenly abode due to cancer, know his age and wife
The iconic radio host passed away at the age of 55 after battling for 17-months with cancer.
The 105.7 the Point FM’s show has a huge fan base. The show was hosted by Rizzuto, Jeff Burton, Tony Patrico, Moon Valjean and King Scott has always presented their fans with a fresh episode every weekday morning.
Jeff Burton The Rizzuto Radio Show Host Died, Cause Of Death, Obituary, Age, Biography, Family, Wife, Net Worth 2022, Cancer Health News
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
gonna miss you so much Jeff Burton. Love you brother #RIP https://t.co/eGw37kfMFD
— Jamie Rivers (@JamieRivers08) August 15, 2022
gonna miss you so much Jeff Burton. Love you brother #RIP https://t.co/eGw37kfMFD
— Jamie Rivers (@JamieRivers08) August 15, 2022
Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of Jeff Burton and everyone at 105.7 The Point. Pointfest won’t be the same without you. RIP Jeff. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/WU1SgrGuk8
— Hollywood Casino Amp (@HollywoodAmpSTL) August 15, 2022
The tragic news of the host’s death was announced through a Statement by the radio station itself on Monday, Aug 15.
Back in March 2021, in an episode, Jeff himself announced his cancer diagnosis on Rizzuto show. The host began his chemotherapy soon after the announcement.
Despite his health struggle, he continued his role as the Co-host of The Rizzuto Show.
Earlier in July, his wife, Juli Burton announced that the host was taken to Missouri Baptist for further treatment, where he will receive two blood transfusions and a platelet transfusion.
Later he returned his home where he was surrounded by his family and friends.
Announcing the tragic news of Jeff’s passing, the 105.7 the Point station said in a statement that, “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.”
Tributes Poured In
After learning the sad news of Jeff’s death, his fans took to Twitter to mourn the passing of their favourite host.
One heartbroken fan took to his Twitter handle and penned down, “I may not have known him personally but he came into my home every day and made things better.”
Another emotional fan wrote, “I’ve listened to Jeff Burton every morning for almost 20 years. It wasn’t long enough”.
Another one added, “Jeff Burton has influenced generations of radio broadcasters. Gave advice to many.
He has impacted many St. Louis bands. Play the Urge and other bands. He had amazing interviews and funny stories. Miss all his enthusiasm, his awesome personality”.
Jeff Burton is survived by his wife Juli and daughters Abby and Casey. He has been on the radio since the mid-1980s. His net worth stood at $1 million.
He had garnered a huge fan following over the decades. While talking about his battle with cancer earlier in July this year, he said, “(The cancer diagnosis) has made me very humble and very lucky to realize who’s behind me in all of this and all that sort of thing, so that’s been one pretty cool thing”.
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