Billy R. Burton, 85, of Columbia, died Thursday, October 1, 2026, at his home.
He was born September 23, 1941, in Adair County to the late Ernest and Hattie Corbin Burton.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Dawn Burton; and three brothers, Ernest Burton, Jr., Glen Burton and Donald Burton.
Billy was a member of Trinity Church, a retired truck driver, retired from Teamsters, loved working in his apple orchard, was a strong man of faith, who loved God and his family.
Billy is survived by his wife, Carolyn Burton of Columbia; his two sons, Richard Burton (Melissa) of Sonora and Scott Burton of Radcliff; his daughter, Pamela Burton of Columbia; a sister, Carol Jordan of New Albany, Indiana; his three grandchildren, Jared Burton, Mallory Burton and Ashley Rizzo; and his great-grandchildren Ellie, Ava, and Brooks.
Funeral services were held Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Trinity Church with Bro. Steve Pescosolido officiation.
Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Hone was in charge of arrangements.
