Staff

Contact
Email: bebefd@aol.com
Office Phone: (814) 455-2349
William M. Lyden
Funeral Director, Supervisor of Quinn Funeral Home, a Branch of Burton Funeral Home
Merged with Burton’s January of 2018, Location: Quinn Funeral Home
Education:
- University of South Florida, Graduated 1976, Associate Degree Liberal Arts
- Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, Graduated with honors in 1978
Honors:
- Past president of Erie Serra Club
- Past president of Erie Crawford County Funeral Directors
- Past president of Western PA Funeral Directors
Community Involvement:
- Erie Serra Club
- Former member Erie Kiwanis and Jaycees
- Knight of St. Patrick
- Member of Erie Crawford County Funeral Directors
- Member of the RPW Racing Team
Other Information:
Bill has been associated with the Quinn Funeral Home since 1982 and most recently merged into the Burton Funeral Home in 2018. Bill will continue to serve family’s and pre-arrange services at Quinn’s. Bill resides in Erie with his wife Rene.
Testimonials
Dear Karen,
I want to personally thank you all for your help with my mothers funeral.
Thanks to your diligent effort, the white bird release at the cemetery was very touching.
I also cannot begin to tell you how many people commented on what a nice newspaper writeup you did for moms obituary. I, along with my family appreciate your and everyone's endeavor to help us get through this difficult period.
August 13, 2018
We would like to thank Burton Funeral Home for its generous donation of holiday stockings for our residents. The veterans enjoyed the various treats, puzzle books, socks, and lottery tickets, as well as other various items. Thank you for recognizing our veterans and their service to our country during the holiday season.
April 3, 2018
Dear Mark,
Thank you for the lovely card and note remembering our brother’s death. It was so thoughtful of you.
It is hard to believe that a whole year has passed. I think of him so often and keep him close that way. Our thanks again too for the very professional and kind and caring way that Burton’s took care of everything for us after my brother’s death.
July 12, 2018
“The staff was very professional and kind – not only did they meet our needs but they also anticipated our needs. Our family was very pleased with their service!” – Elaine
October 26, 2019
To the Staff of Burton Funeral Homes and Crematory,
I am so thankful for your kindness and care for my companion and friend. He was not just an ordinary pet he was an extraordinary, local, gentle sweet service dog who helped me with balance and support for almost six years. Thank you for helping us have him close by.
July 28, 2018
We want to express our sincere gratitude for the support that all of you provided to our family. We felt that your courtesy and professionalism helped all of us get through the difficult times. God Bless!
December 20, 2017
Peter –
Thank you so much for helping us navigate mom’s celebration of life. Your presence was greatly appreciated. Truly a professional, compassionate experience.
January 10, 2019
Dear Folks,
It was very thoughtful of your organization to think about us Veterans at Christmas. We thank you and wish you and yours a blessed and wonderful Christmas!
Stockings for Soldiers Recipient
January 4, 2019
Bill,
Thank you for your patience, empathy, and love you showed our family in our time of need and despair. You are a wonderful man.
July 22, 2018
To the Burton Westlake Funeral Home Family
Thank you for doing that annual service of remembrance. That was beautifully done. The piano playing, the singer, Fr. Mike reading scripture and to end with the names and tree lighting...my heart was filled with joy that evening...Thank you again for all your service.
April 5, 2018