Wilburn Art “Billy” Burton, 78, of Coxs Creek passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Columbia on September 15, 1946 to the late Finis and Edna Earl Wilkerson Burton.
Mr. Burton was of the Baptist faith, a veteran of the U.S. Army and an avid hunter; he also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Carol Wilson Burton of Coxs Creek, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six siblings, Kenneth Burton, Van Keith Burton, Mary Louise Griffin, Jeanetta Faye Bradley, Betty Sue Woosley and Marcella Eaton.
Funeral services were at 11am Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Moore Cemetery. Military honors were provided by VFW Post 6097.
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
