James (Jim) Carlyle Burt, 81, passed away peacefully February 2, 2021, in Spanish Fork, Utah, of natural causes.

Jim was born March 6, 1939, in Cedar City, Utah, to William Carlyle Burt and Barbara Benson. He was raised in nearby Parowan, Utah, a point of fondness for him. In high school, he was a multi-sport athlete, competing in track, basketball, and football. He was dubbed the Galloping Ghost for his speed and agility on the football field. He also participated in the drama and music societies. He graduated from Parowan High School in 1957.

He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1960–1962 in the West Central States Mission, serving in Montana and Wyoming. Missionaries were allowed to bring a vehicle, and he brought his red 1960 Chevy Corvair, making him a popular companion.

He married Vesta Rae Barton of Paragonah, Utah, on November 23, 1963, in the St. George Utah Temple. They met as children and dated throughout high school. They had three children. Jim supported his children with their goals and was always pleased by their accomplishments.

He served as a member of the Utah National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve before moving to Carson City, Nevada, in 1970. Jim was a surveyor, draftsman, and architect. He was interested in history, particularly pioneer history and the opening of the North American West. Jim enjoyed the outdoors and took his family on long road trips, where he was known for stopping at almost every historical road marker to teach his children about the places they visited. He was also an avid outdoor photographer and enjoyed gifting his beautiful work.

Jim is survived by his three children: J. Carlyle (Susann) Burt, Koral (Shawn) Reid, Robert (Anne) Burt; three siblings: Roger Burt, Sally (Don) McAllister, Phillip (Paulette) Burt; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, and little brother, Wilson.

Many thanks to Legacy House of Spanish Fork and Hearts for Hospice for their dedicated care.

Services will be held Saturday, February 13, 2021, at the Parowan LDS 2nd Ward Chapel, 59 South 100 West in Parowan, Utah, at 11:00 a.m. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 10–10:45 a.m.

Face masks and social distancing safety regulations will be followed.

Because of COVID, the services will also be broadcast through an online option. Funeral services will be broadcast through Walker Funeral Home Facebook page.