Charlene Burton Kidman, 62, of Beaver Dam, Utah, passed away peacefully at home on September 16, 2026.

She was born on August 2, 1964, in Tremonton, Utah, to Gwen Nelson Burton and William Darrell Burton Jr. She grew up in Fielding alongside her nine brothers and sisters.

Charlene spent her career as an accountant, bringing dedication, precision, and integrity to her work. She began her career in tax accounting with Ernst & Young in Long Beach, California. She later returned to Utah, where she worked for Traveler, Winn, and Mower.

Wanting to reclaim the months of February, March, and April, she transitioned from tax accounting to a controller role with Consolidated Printing in Salt Lake City. Later she moved with her family to Beaver Dam and began working as the controller at JM Mechanical in Cache Valley. She retired in February 2026.

Outside of work, Charlene enjoyed football, especially following the USU Aggies, Colts, Broncos, and Chiefs. She also loved bird-watching, vegetable gardening, and watching British crime dramas. Recently, she had been learning to play Rook.

Those who knew Charlene will remember her for her intelligence, work ethic, and ability to Focus and Finish (FaF).

Charlene is survived by her husband, Dan, and her son, Charlie. She is also survived by her siblings: Janet (Randy) Call, Joan (Ken) Gilbert, Val (Kathryn) Burton, Gary (Sandy) Burton, Cindy (Lynn) Richins, Jim (Brenda) Burton, Melanie (Robert) Evans, and Keri Burton (Melanie Lloyd).

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Corey Burton Rowley.

Charlene will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. at Rudd Funeral Home (111 N. 100 E.-Tremonton, Utah). A viewing will be held on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 9-10:30 A.M. at the Beaver Ward Chapel (16025 N Beaver Dam Rd- Collinston) A graveside service will follow at the Beaver Dam Cemetery on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 11 A.M.

We would like to thank the Gossner Cancer Center, the Logan Regional Hospital ICU, and Community Nursing Services for their help through this difficult time